LIPO Concludes National IP Awareness Campaign Today
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Source:Daily Observer
November 26, 2024 04:36 UTC
‘No War Coming to Liberia’
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November 25, 2024 12:06 UTC
Supreme Court Intervenes in House’s Crisis
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November 25, 2024 11:50 UTC
Supreme Court Halts Majority Bloc’s Activities
The Court also ordered the Majority Bloc, led by Montserrado County Representative Richard Koon, to cease all actions until the matter is adjudicated. The Majority Bloc, citing allegations of corruption, conflict of interest, and poor leadership, accused Speaker Koffa of ignoring their concerns. The crisis escalated when the Majority Bloc, comprising a significant number of lawmakers, abandoned the main chamber and began holding sessions in the joint chamber. The Speaker and his allies subsequently filed a petition to the Supreme Court, asserting that the actions of the Majority Bloc violated the procedural framework of the House. The court’s intervention marks a critical juncture in the ongoing leadership crisis, with the Supreme Court expected to determine the legality of the Majority Bloc’s actions.
Source:Front Page Africa
November 23, 2024 18:54 UTC
Liberians Dismiss Finance Minister Ngafuan’s Economic Claims as Rhetoric
On balance, the current situation is better than the last situation,” Minister Ngafuan said. Liberia’s Finance Minister added: “I’m not telling you that if you go somewhere you would not see challenges, those are legacy issues.”In response to the Finance Minister’s assertion, many Liberians who spoke toFrontPage Africa (FPA) said the statement from the Finance Minister does not suit current day-to-day reality. According to them, the astronomical decrease of the exchange rate while prices of commodities are still skyrocketing is something unbearable. At his home, in the Township of West Point, he told FPA that the statement from the Finance Minister is a highly political statement in nature without the empirical evidence. Mamligar told FPA that the Finance Minister’s assertions about the current state of Liberia’s economy are not true.
Source:Front Page Africa
November 22, 2024 20:15 UTC
Liberia: Government Pledges Quarterly Engagements with Private Sector After Limited Talks in Seven Years
Monrovia– The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Ngafuan, has pledged government commitment to quarterly engage the Liberia Chamber of Commerce (LCC) and Liberia Business Association after limited discussions over the past seven years. Said Minister Ngafuan, “I will commit to this quarterly engagement with the government. “We must reengineer business processes to reduce red tape because red tape is one major problem to the private sector, Minister said. By leveraging private sector expertise and capital, the government can ensure that critical projects like airport expansions and port improvements are completed efficiently and align with the needs of businesses,” he said. The success of any economic policy is contingent on the seamless collaboration among public officials, private sector leaders, and development partners,” he said.
Source:Front Page Africa
November 22, 2024 20:00 UTC
LRA Begins Taxpayers AppreciationWith Donation To Orphanage Home
The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has officially launched its Taxpayers Appreciation Week with a generous donation of food and non-food items to the Peter Sayklon Orphanage in Bong Mine, Margibi County. The orphanage, found to be in a destituted situation cares for nearly 100 children, many of whom are orphaned or come from single-parent households. On Wednesday, LRA Deputy Commissioner General for Technical Services, Gabriel Montgomery, made the donation on behalf of Commissioner General James Dorbor Jallah. Montgomery emphasized that this donation reflects the LRA’s ongoing commitment to giving back to underprivileged Liberians and providing support to vulnerable groups, especially women and children. Responding to the donation, Madam Martha Sayklon, head of the orphanage, expressed her heartfelt gratitude.
Source:GNN Liberia
November 21, 2024 22:39 UTC
GRAND KRU RESIDENT CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE GBENEWELEH CAUTIOUS JUDICIAL ACTORS TO USE THE GAVEL WISELY IN THE EXECUTION OF JUSTICE ACROSS THE COUNTRY
By: J. Saye SuahBarclayville City, November 20, 2024 (GNN)- The Resident Judge of the Grand Kru County 12th Judicial Circuit is encouraging all judiciary actors, especially magistrates and specialized court judges, to use their gavels wisely in the fair dispensation of justice across the country. The Grand Kru Resident Judge stressed that the gavel symbolizes their authority and responsibility, and it is crucial for magistrates to exercise their power wisely and fairly, adding by doing so, they are not only upholding justice but also fostering confidence in the judicial process among the public. The Resident Judge of the Grand Kru 12th Judicial Circuit also issued a strong warning to local court magistrates in the County, urging them to refrain from hearing cases that exceed their legal jurisdiction. He noted that it has come to his attention that some magistrates are handling cases outside their purview, constitutes a violation of judicial laws. Judge Gbeneweleh has threatened to take administrative action against any local court judges found to be in violation, should subsequent evidence arise.
Source:GNN Liberia
November 21, 2024 16:54 UTC
Liberia: Unicef Urges Liberia to Prioritize Children's Voices, Rights
As Liberia joined the world in celebrating World Children's Day, UNICEF Representative Andy Brooks issued a heartfelt call to action, urging all stakeholders to prioritize the voices and rights of children. "Adopted 45 years ago, the CRC is the single most ratified human rights treaty in the world," Brooks said. With children comprising 42% of Liberia's population, Brooks underscored the necessity of amplifying their voices. One of Liberia's most significant achievements in child rights has been the improvement in birth registration. "Together, we must ensure that every child in Liberia has the opportunity to realize their full potential.
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November 21, 2024 12:16 UTC
LACRA Bong Office Deserted
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November 21, 2024 12:15 UTC
Ukraine Marks 1,000 Days of Resistance Against Russian Aggression
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November 21, 2024 10:12 UTC
ECOWAS Observation Team Steps UP Consultation
For Success of Ghana 2024 ElectionsAccra, Ghana 20th November 2024 (Ghana Elections 2024): The Core Team of the ECOWAS Long-Term Observation Mission has stepped up consultation meetings with stakeholders ahead of Ghana’s 7 December 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections. The Mission is supported by an ECOWAS Technical Team coordinated by Ambassador Abdel-Fatau Musah, the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security. Ahead of the elections, ECOWAS sent a fact-finding Mission to Ghana from 21-27 July to assess the country’s preparedness for the crucial vote. While they all agreed that the Electoral Commission is gradually gaining public trust, the CSOs say the confidence in the judiciary is still low. With an estimated 34.4 million population, Ghana has more than 18.7 million registered voters and 27 political parties.
Source:GNN Liberia
November 20, 2024 20:09 UTC
The Pendulum Swings Right Again for Civil Service Salaries
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Source:Daily Observer
November 20, 2024 17:07 UTC
Liberia: Amid Budget Submission Controversy, Finance Minister Ngafuan Projects 5.8% Economic Growth as Budget Increases by 15.3%
While heralded as a step toward addressing public sector remuneration challenges, the initiative has reignited debates over wage reforms, policy continuity, and credit attribution between successive administrations. “Nurses, midwives, and physician assistants will receive US$50 monthly salary increases, while other health workers will see increases ranging from US$25 to US$40, based on their roles,” he said. “A $3 million allocation in the draft budget will ensure these educators are paid according to their qualifications,” Minister Ngafuan noted. “This measure is part of the government’s broader strategy to address pay disparities in the health sector,” Ngafuan said. The Legacy of HarmonizationTweah stated that the CDC government’s “harmonization” policy, implemented to address inconsistencies in the public sector wage structure, remains a contentious topic.
Source:Front Page Africa
November 20, 2024 14:53 UTC
Liberia: Pro-Koffa Group Condemns Majority Bloc’s ‘Illegal’ Restructuring of House Leadership
In a motion, members voted to remove Seboe and Attoh-Wreh due to their frequent absences. The House is now proceeding on a dangerous slippery slope, bouyed by the artless acquiescence by the Executive. The House LeadershipHowever, several provisions of House of Representatives’ Standing Rules are in the limelight, with each side interpreting in a way that supports their argument. Pro-Koffa bloc: ‘Illegal’ Restructuring of House Leadership’The pro-Koffa bloc, led by embattled House Speaker, has slammed the reconstitution of the Ways, Means and Finance committee, saying it’s a violation of rules 54.1 and 54.2. The House is now proceeding on a dangerous slippery slope, buoyed by the artless acquiescence by the Executive.
Source:Front Page Africa
November 20, 2024 14:20 UTC