Author: Chester Smith
By: Sampson W WeahIPNEWS: Former Minister of Finance and Development Planning Samuel D. Tweah Jr. has leveled explosive allegations against Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, accusing him of orchestrating an effort to overturn a jury verdict that acquitted him in his corruption case and warning that such action could undermine Liberia’s judicial independence.In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday, a day before a scheduled court ruling, Tweah alleged that Vice President Koung instructed Criminal Court “C” Judge Ousmane Feika to set aside the jury’s verdict on what he described as a fabricated claim of “jury misconduct.”According to Tweah, Judge…
By Sampson W. WeahIPNEWS: Former Monrovia City Mayor and Secretary General of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Jefferson T. Koijee, has formally petitioned the Embassy of the United States in Monrovia, calling for an independent international investigation into Liberia’s alleged US$19 million cocaine trafficking scandal, which he claims poses a serious threat to national security, democratic governance, and regional stability.In a detailed letter dated July 15, 2026, and addressed to U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Joseph Zadrozny, Koijee argued that the reported narcotics case extends far beyond an ordinary criminal investigation, describing it as a major test of Liberia’s commitment to…
By Sampson W WeahIPNEWS: Former Montserrado County District 8 Representative and senior Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) figure Acarous Moses Gray has leveled serious accusations against the Unity Party-led government, alleging that the arrest of former CDC National Chairman Mulbah K. Morlu is politically motivated and aimed at intimidating opposition voices.Addressing supporters, Gray described Morlu as a “political prisoner,” claiming that President Joseph Nyuma Boakai authorized his arrest as part of what he characterized as a broader campaign to silence the opposition. He further alleged that officers of the Liberia National Police intended to assassinate Morlu, but did not present…
By Sampson W. Weah IPNEWS: The Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has accused the Liberia National Police (LNP) and Inspector General Gregory O. W. Coleman of orchestrating what it describes as an assassination plot against former CDC National Chairman and STAND Lead Campaigner Mulbah K. Morlu Jr. during the July 17 STAND protest in Monrovia. The allegations were contained in a statement issued by the CDC’s National Executive Committee and signed by its National Chairman, Atty. Janga A. Kowo. The STAND protest, organized by the civil society movement STAND, drew thousands of Liberians to the streets of Monrovia. Organizers said…
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., on Sunday, July 19, 2026, joined fellow Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in a series of symbolic activities highlighting regional unity and integration during the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority in Lungi, Sierra Leone. As part of the official opening activities, President Boakai participated in the planting of the Tree of Regional Integration, a symbolic initiative led by the former Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority, His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone. The Tree of Regional Integration represents…
—As Africa’s Largest Energy Corridor Moves Toward Construction IPNEWS: The ambitious Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline Project, one of Africa’s most transformative energy infrastructure initiatives, has entered a decisive phase following the completion of major technical and engineering studies, paving the way for preparations ahead of construction. The African Atlantic Gas Pipeline, designed to become one of the longest offshore and onshore gas networks in the world, is expected to reshape Africa’s energy landscape by connecting gas-producing nations in West Africa with energy markets across the continent and Europe. Stretching approximately 6,900 kilometers, the pipeline will cross 13 West African countries, creating…
—-As Criminal Court “C” Sets July 21 for Release of Jury Tampering Case Report of Samuel Tweah, Others IPNEWS: Criminal Court “C” has scheduled July 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to release the findings of its investigation into alleged jury tampering and juror misconduct in the economic sabotage case involving former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah and other former officials. Judge Ousman F. Feika issued the notice directing all parties and their lawyers to appear before the court. The investigation focuses on allegations that the jury process may have been improperly influenced during the ongoing corruption trial. The defendants include…
Commissioner Etmonia Mueadeh Martin of the Liberia Ombudsman Commission on Friday led a delegation to the One-Day National Integrity Forum, where government institutions, civil society organizations, and international development partners convened to strengthen collaboration in Liberia’s ongoing fight against corruption. The high-level forum served as a platform for dialogue on promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical governance while exploring practical strategies to improve coordination among institutions responsible for safeguarding public integrity. The event brought together representatives from the U.S. Embassy, European Union, UNDP Liberia, Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), the Executive Mansion, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, the World…
Most Excellent Companion Edward L. Sharpe was on Saturday, July 18, installed as the second Grand High Priest at the 2026 annual Convocation of the Most Excellent Prince Hall Grand Chapter of the Holy Royal Arch Mason of Liberia. The ceremony took place at the Grand Masonic Temple, West Benson Street, Monrovia. It marks the reactivation of the Royal Arch Mason along with the four notable Chapters including St. Luke Chapter number One, St. Peter Chapter Number Two, St. Augustine Chapter Number Three and Willie J. Tate Chapter Number Four. Most Excellent Grand High Priest Edward Sharpe replaced the first…
IPNEWS: Ever since rumors emerged that the Liberia National Police was considering a USD $5.00 as fine forpedestrians violating for a first-time crosswalk, and warned that failure or refusal to pay the citation can result in arrest and subsequent legal detention. The Monrovia City Police have recently stepped up the enforcement campaign by repainting major crosswalks across the Monrovia and its environs. The restriction states that any Pedestrians caught jaywalking or crossing major roads outside marked crosswalks face a $5 USD fine. The Police also notes that Direct arrest is reserved for individuals who outrightly fail or refuse to pay…