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IPNEWS: Liberia is actively seeking technical and logistical backing for the Liberia National Police (LNP) at the Fifth United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS 2026). The summit, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, serves as a strategic platform for global law enforcement heads to tackle emerging security threats and scale up policing capacities. The Liberian delegation consist of Atty. Kiaffa Bahn Kemokai, Chief of Office Staff to the Minister of Justice, led the delegation. He stepped in as head of delegation after the Minister of Justice had to cancel due to a domestic national emergency. The…
IPNEWS: At a time when citizens are demanding greater transparency, accountability, and improved public services, government leaders, integrity institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, and local governance actors came together in Monrovia to chart a path toward stronger anti-corruption and accountability systems in Liberia. The one-day National Dialogue on Strengthening Integrity and Accountability Systems in Liberia, held at the Governance Commission, brought together nearly 60 stakeholders under the theme: “Strengthening Anti-Corruption and Integrity Systems to Advance Social Accountability, Inclusive Governance, Public Participation, and Improved Service Delivery.” The dialogue was organized by Naymote Partners for Democratic Development in collaboration with the…
IPNEWS: The Liberian House of Representatives has approved a resolution authorizing the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) to print up to L$79 billion in new banknotes. The decision was reached following a report from the House Committee on Banking, Currency, and Insurance. Before the printing process can officially begin, the resolution must be sent to the Liberian Senate for final concurrence. The primary purpose is to swap out old, worn, and mutilated banknotes currently in circulation. The new currency aims to address ongoing cash shortages and strengthen local payment networks. Lawmakers emphasized that this move is not intended to expand…
IPNEWS: Bong County Electoral District #6 Representative Hon. Moima Briggs-Mensah has responded to recent comments made by Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah Gbowee questioning the use of the title “Honorable” by members of the Legislature. In a social media post on Wednesday, Ms. Gbowee challenged the use of the title by lawmakers, arguing that the designation should be earned through years of dedicated service and integrity rather than routinely used by elected officials. Among other comments, she wrote: “What I can’t stand is them introducing themselves, ‘I am Honorable XY’; who gave you that name? Who told you that you are…
By Sampson W. Weah sampsonwweah7@gmail.com IPNEWS: The Executive Chairperson of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), Cllr. Alexandra K. Zoe, has officially launched the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) State of Corruption Report, calling for renewed national commitment to transparency, accountability, and the fight against corruption. Speaking at the report’s official launch in Monrovia, Cllr. Zoe praised CENTAL for its continued role in promoting good governance through independent research, public advocacy, and civic engagement, describing the annual report as a valuable tool for measuring Liberia’s progress in combating corruption. According to the LACC Executive…
By Sampson W. Weah, sampsonwweah7@gmail.com IPNEWS: The Government of the People’s Republic of China has donated a consignment of medical supplies to the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Medical Center, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening Liberia’s healthcare system and deepening the longstanding bilateral relationship between the two countries. The donation ceremony, held on July 7, brought together Chinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu, Chief Executive Officer of JFK Medical Center Dr. Linda Birch, Assistant Minister of Health and Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr. G. Gorbee Logan, members of the 18th Chinese Medical Team, senior officials of the Ministry of Health, and…
IPNEWS: The Office of the Vice President of the Republic of Liberia Hon. Jeremiah Kpan Koung has rejected allegations made by journalist Rodney Sieh on Spoon TV on Monday night suggesting an association between the Vice President and an individual allegedly linked to drug-related activities. In a statement issued Tuesday, the Vice President said he does not know the man identified as “Anthony,” who was seen with him in a group photo referenced during the broadcast. “As Vice President, I do take photos with many individuals at public and private events,” the statement read. “I do not know Anthony, and…
By: Sampson W. Weah, sampsonwweah7@gmail.com IPNEWS: Proceedings at the Liberian Senate turned heated on Tuesday after Bong County Senator Nathaniel F. McGill reportedly called for the imprisonment of Liberia Rural Renewable Energy Agency (LRREA) Executive Director Samuel Nagbe over Facebook posts criticizing the Senate’s handling of the investigation into the reported US$19 million cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport (RIA). Nagbe appeared before the Senate after being summoned to answer questions regarding a series of social media posts in which he accused the Upper House of interfering with the ongoing investigation and exceeding its constitutional oversight responsibilities. In his Facebook…
New facility expected to boost commerce and improve conditions for hundreds of women marketers By: Andrew B Weah IPNEWS: In what residents described as a major milestone for grassroots development in District #9, Montserrado County District #9 Representative Frank Saah Foko has officially dedicated the newly constructed Lakpazee Market, providing traders with a modern facility aimed at improving business activities and economic opportunities in the community. The colorful dedication ceremony attracted scores of market women, community leaders, youth groups, local residents, and political supporters who gathered to celebrate the completion of a project that many said would significantly improve the…
By: Andrew B Weah IPNEWS: The Plenary of the Liberian Senate has summoned the Managing Director of the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA), Samuel Nagbe, and the Director-General of the Civil Service Agency (CSA), Josiah Joekai, to appear before lawmakers over separate matters that have raised concerns about respect for state institutions and adherence to public service regulations. The Senate’s decision was reached during its regular sitting following a formal complaint submitted by Senator Edwin Snowe, who accused Nagbe of making public remarks deemed disrespectful to the Legislature and its constitutional role. According to Senator Snowe, the RREA Managing…