Author: Chester Smith
–As Lofa County Superintendent Clears the Air on Kondadu Border Tampering IPNEWS: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has vowed that his Administration will do all within its authority to protect the natural resources of Liberia. “This Administration is committed to making sure that we protect the resources of our country,” the President remarked. President Boakai made the commitment when he addressed the opening session of the third Cabinet Meeting of 2026 held under the theme: “Positioning Liberia for Mineral-Led Development and National Prosterity. Govermance, Growth, and Accountability in Liberia’s Mineral Sector.” This meeting focused on Strengthening Governance and Legal Frameworks…
IPNEWS: Former Liberian President and African football icon George Weah had reportedly turned down an endorsement to contest for the presidency of The Confederation of African Football (CAF) March 12, 2025 election, citing concerns that the role could limit his broader ambitions. According to insiders, the push for Weah to enter the race was encouraged by Ivorian football icon Didier Drogba, who saw the former Ballon d’Or winner as a unifying figure capable of leading African football. However, Weah is said to have turned down the endorsement after weighing the implications of the role. Sources close to the the former…
IPNEWS: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) appointed H.E. Dr Lansana KOUYATÉ, former Prime Minister of Guinea and former Executive Secretary of ECOWAS, to the post of Chief Negotiator to lead discussions with the countries of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), comprising Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, following their official withdrawal from ECOWAS. This appointment, approved by the Chairperson of the ECOWAS Conference of Heads of State, was officially notified to the new ECOWAS Negotiator by H.E. Dr Omar Alieu TOURAY, President of the ECOWAS Commission. H.E. Dr Lansana KOUYATE has had a distinguished career in the…
—Demands Independent Forensic Investigation IPNEWS: The National Executive Council of the CDC-COP expresses grave concern over the sudden and troubling death of Hon. Solomon George under circumstances that now raise serious legal and moral questions.In statement issue in Monrovia, the CDC-COP stated that ‘Based on recent public remarks made by Vice President Jeremiah Koung on March 27, 2026, at the Capitol Building, wherein he acknowledged that the late Hon. George was present at his residence prior to his death and further admitted to refusing to answer the dying man’s calls, we hereby declare Vice President Koung a person of interest…
Speaker of the Liberia’s House of Representatives, Richard Nagbe Koon, has called for an urgent meeting of parliamentary leaders from the Mano River Union (MRU) to address rising border tensions in the sub-region. The meeting is scheduled for March 28–30, 2026, in Abidjan and will focus on reported disputes along the borders of Sierra Leone and Guinea, as well as between Liberia and Guinea. Speaker Koon expressed concern over claims that Guinean security forces crossed into Liberian territory near the Makona River and occupied portions of land, noting that the situation has created fear among residents of long-connected border communities.…
Dr. Josiah F. Joekai, Jr. Liberia stands at a delicate crossroads. The resignation of the National Elections Commission (NEC) Chairperson has created more than just a vacancy; it has also opened a test of the country’s democratic resilience. With the 2029 general and presidential elections on the horizon, the stakes could not be higher. What Liberia needs now is not simply a replacement, but a leader who can protect the legitimacy of the ballot, inspire public trust, and withstand political pressure without compromise. This is not a routine appointment; it is a defining decision. The leadership of Davidetta Browne Lansanah…
Judge Boima Kontoe to face major lawsuit for supporting completion works on Former Representative Candidate Veronica Rennie’s Bridge Project without her approvals. Former Representative Candidate Veronica Rennie says she will file a major lawsuit against Judge Boima Kontoe for resuming completion works on a bridge project she started before the 2023 elections in Tumata town, Bong County District #5. However, Residents of the town say the project was abandoned by the former candidate after losing the elections, something that led to them craving support for its timely completion. But Rennie says the work resumed without her approval and warned that…
By Amos Harris IPNEWS: The Government of Liberia continues to demonstrate strong commitment to transforming the nation’s housing landscape through President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s ambitious 600 Housing Units Project, a flagship initiative announced in February 2026 to expand access to affordable and decent housing across six counties. The project, widely regarded as a cornerstone of the administration’s ARREST Agenda, is designed to directly address the country’s longstanding housing deficit, reduce overcrowding in urban centers, and uplift thousands of families currently residing in informal settlements. With a clear vision anchored in dignity, sustainability, and inclusive growth, the initiative has already generated…
IPNEWS: Bea Mountain Mining Corporation (BMMC) has taken note of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent statement dated March 20, 2026, regarding the fish mortality incident reported at Marvoe Creek in Grand Cape Mount County. BMMC reaffirms its unwavering commitment to environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and the health and safety of surrounding communities. It is important to emphasize that it is BMMC that initially detected and promptly reported the incident to the EPA on February 24, 2026, thereby triggering the investigation. This reflects the Company’s long-standing policy of transparency and responsible environmental stewardship. In its earlier communication of February 27,…
IPNEWS: The authoritative Independent Probe Newspaper is gathering Information from the Republic of Guinea that the government of the Republic of Guinea is considering the cancellation of all former agreements with Ivanhoe Atlantic due to the ongoing cross border tension. Intelligence sources hints that the Guinean government has decided to cancel these agreements due to Liberia’s constant waves of seeking diplomatic resolution to regain a disputed land situated between the two borders. Even though this report remains unofficial, Ivanhoe Atlantic’s $1.8 billion iron ore project is currently facing severe roadblocks that have brought development to a near-standstill. The project, which…