Liberia: Pres. Boakai, VP Koung Offer Conflicting Accounts on Job Creation
He stated in his address, “Job creation remains a top priority for my Administration. Our job creation strategy has focused on addressing binding and structural constraints to growth, including investments in roads, energy, and other infrastructure. In his words, “We acknowledge, with honesty and humility, that job creation remains one of our greatest national challenges. Vice President Koung, who also serves as President of the Liberian Senate, sought to contextualize the government’s struggle by outlining broader policy efforts aimed at long-term economic transformation. According to him, these measures are essential precursors to large-scale job creation but are not immediate solutions.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Paynesville Court Throws Out Case Against LFA Boss Mustapha Raji As Football House Refutes Arrest Rumors
Paynesville – The Paynesville Magisterial Court has dismissed a criminal lawsuit involving Mustapha Raji, President of the Liberia Football Association (LFA), and Jubilee FC President James Nimene, citing a lack of sufficient evidence to proceed. In a statement issued Tuesday, the LFA welcomed the ruling, noting that it respects the integrity of the legal process. “The outcome reflects the conclusion reached by the court after due consideration of the facts presented,” the LFA stated in an official release. The LFA clarified that President Raji remained fully compliant with all legal requirements and was represented by competent counsel. Despite the legal distractions and the lingering dispute with Jubilee FC, the Association emphasized that its leadership remains focused on its mandate of developing football across Liberia.
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January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia Urges Sustained Diplomacy, Humanitarian Access in Middle East Crisis at UN
“The Middle East is not a distant theater of conflict,” Nyanti told the Council, chaired by Somalia’s Permanent Representative, Abukar Dahir Osman. Drawing on Liberia’s own post-conflict experience, Nyanti stressed that peace cannot be achieved by silencing guns alone, but through early, deliberate, and sustained political choices. On the Israel-Palestine conflict, Nyanti reaffirmed Liberia’s support for an immediate and sustained de-escalation of violence, expanded and predictable humanitarian access, and a negotiated two-state solution consistent with relevant UN Security Council resolutions. She emphasized that security without political legitimacy cannot endure and that crisis management cannot replace a genuine peace process. Liberia, she said, stands ready to work with all Security Council members and partners toward a Middle East defined not by perpetual war, but by dignity, justice, and the freedom for ordinary people to build peaceful lives.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Moniba Warns Poor Gov’t’s Spending Threatens Liberia’s Long-Term Growth
In a detailed address released Monday, Moniba argued that while State of the Nation speeches often sound impressive, the true measure of government performance lies in the national budget. “The State of the Nation Address will always sound good, because it is someone grading themselves,” Moniba said. According to Moniba, many of the reported jobs were government-generated rather than driven by private sector growth, a trend he warned is unsustainable. A child who cannot learn cannot lead,” Moniba said, referencing Liberia’s nearly 30 percent stunting rate among children. “Liberia does not need better speeches; it needs a different budget philosophy,” he said, one that prioritizes productivity, private sector growth, and human capital over political perks.
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January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Governance Crisis: Jubilee FC, Benita Urey Drag LFA to FIFA and CAF Over ‘Executive Overreach
The committee found Urey and Paynesville FC player Eugene Swen guilty of manipulating two 2024/25 league fixtures: Paynesville FC vs. Freeport FC and Shaita FC vs. Paynesville FC. The LFA alleged that Urey violated the FIFA Disciplinary Code during a controversial match that saw Shaita FC secure a 7–0 victory over Paynesville FC. The Jubilee FC Precedent: CAS Reverses RelegationJoining Urey in the international complaint is Jubilee FC, which recently won a major legal battle against the LFA at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne, Switzerland. In October 2025, CAS Sole Arbitrator Hervé Le Lay overturned the LFA’s decision to relegate Jubilee FC to the Third Division. In response to the complaint by Jubilee and Benita Whitney, Urey LFA media Manager Anthony Kokoi said they have not received any communication of such.
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January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: RREA, Partners Validate Micro-Utility Licensing Framework and Mini-Grid Regulations
MONROVIA — The Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA), in collaboration with key partners, has begun a two-day validation workshop aimed at reviewing Liberia’s Micro-Utility Licensing Framework, Mini-Grid Code, Multi-Year Tariff Methodology and Tariff Regulation. He noted that RREA, with support from the World Bank’s DARES Program and INENSUS, has worked closely with the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC) to amend existing micro-utility licensing, mini-grid codes, and tariff regulations. Meanwhile, Claude J. Katta, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC), said the revisions aim to reflect current realities and promote inclusiveness in the regulatory process. “These reforms ensure that micro-utility operators, communities, and investors are adequately consulted as we modernize Liberia’s electricity regulations,” Mr. Katta said. “Your presence here today underscores a shared commitment to advancing Liberia’s electricity sector,” Mr. Katta pointed out.
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January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Former Minister Tweah Welcomes Government’s ‘Admission of Errors’ in President Boakai’s 2026 SONA
“We welcome the Government’s admission that it erred on the road pavement ratio reported by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai in his 2026 SONA. But this is ‘thanks but no thanks’ since the ‘correction’ still has the same error and needs to be corrected,” Mr. Tweah wrote. President, are your people telling you that your Government added 11 percent to this 9 percent pavement number?” Mr. Tweah asked. However, Mr. Tweah maintains that the ministry’s press release failed to resolve the core issue. Call for Honesty in Public DiscourseResponding to suggestions that the government should have acknowledged him for identifying the error, Mr. Tweah said recognition was not his concern.
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January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: LIFOCA Snubs Facebook Apology, Blacklists Deputy Technical Director Nathaniel Sherman
In a statement released Wednesday, January 28, 2026, LIFOCA announced it would officially sever ties with Sherman, effectively barring him from all association-led activities. The Genesis of the RowThe friction began in the comment section of a Facebook post by sports journalist Thomas Kojo Roulhac. LIFOCA described the outburst as a “gross degradation” of the profession that undermines the integrity of both the LFA Technical Department and the coaching fraternity at large. Apology RejectedFollowing a wave of public and professional backlash, Sherman issued a public apology on Facebook, claiming he did not intend to offend his peers. “The Liberia Football Coaches Association categorically rejects Coach Nathaniel S. Sherman’s Facebook apology,” the statement read.
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January 29, 2026 07:24 UTC
CENTAL Welcomes Anti-Corruption Measures, Flags Accountability Gaps in Boakai’s Third SONA
By Amos HarrisThe Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has expressed qualified support for President Joseph N. Boakai’s anti-corruption agenda, noting that while several policy commitments are promising, significant gaps remain in translating these intentions into tangible accountability. CENTAL Executive Director Anderson Miamen acknowledged specific improvements in financial oversight, particularly the work of the General Auditing Commission (GAC). The GAC successfully completed 94 out of 105 planned audits, including a high-stakes Domestic Debt Audit covering 2018 to 2023. CENTAL argued that after more than a year of operation, the task force should have produced more visible results, especially given the various audit reports and U.S. sanctions targeting former officials. The group further aimed at the Legislature’s Public Accounts Committees, accusing them of undermining the GAC’s credibility by delaying reviews of audit reports and failing to enforce accountability.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 29, 2026 05:28 UTC
NATIONAL ARCHIVES BOOSTS STAFF CAPACITY IN STRATEGIC PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
By Kaipee NewrayThirty senior staff members of the Center for National Documents and Records Agency (CNDRA) completed a comprehensive training session on the Strategic Performance Management System today at the Clar Marie Weah Events Hall in Sinkor. The one-day intensive exercise, facilitated by Smart Consortium, was designed to deepen the leadership’s understanding of strategic planning and align individual departmental efforts with the overall success of the National Archives. He emphasized that a robust strategic management framework is essential for translating the CNDRA’s mission, vision, and core values into actionable, comprehensive objectives. “This training is a critical baseline for our Programs, Planning, and Projects team, as well as our Monitoring and Evaluation staff,” Borbor noted. He further recommended that the agency continue to provide similar professional development opportunities to ensure a sustained improvement in staff capacity and service delivery.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 29, 2026 05:28 UTC
Ministry of Health Modernizes Specialized Care with Advanced Diagnostic Equipment
By James T. BrooksThe Ministry of Health has reached a significant milestone in strengthening Liberia’s specialized healthcare services following the delivery of advanced video colposcopy and endoscopy equipment to three of the nation’s major referral hospitals. In a further boost to the nation’s premier medical facility, the JFK Medical Center also received a fully equipped upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy tower. This sophisticated system includes specialized scopes and cameras designed to dramatically improve both diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients suffering from digestive tract disorders. Speaking during the handover ceremony, Minister of Health Dr. Louise Mapleh Kpoto emphasized that the absence of modern diagnostic tools has historically hampered the delivery of specialized care, particularly regarding women’s reproductive health. Beyond reproductive health, the installation of the endoscopy system at JFK Medical Center represents a leap forward in gastrointestinal care.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 28, 2026 21:28 UTC
Liberia Secures Major Agricultural Investment Boost Following High-Level Talks in China
Addressing an audience of international investors, Dr. Nuetah praised Mainland Group’s “One Body, Two Wings” strategy, which seamlessly integrates production, value addition, and international trade. While the investment involves large-scale industrial plants, the heart of the agreement lies in its potential impact on the ordinary Liberian farmer. These talks highlighted unique opportunities, such as the production and export of Liberian hot peppers to the Chinese market. The Minister’s mission to China serves as a clear signal that Liberia is open for smart, sustainable agricultural investment. Dr. Nuetah concluded by reaffirming that through investment and value addition, Liberia is building a resilient economy that truly works for every farmer.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 28, 2026 16:21 UTC
Liberia: Green Guard Eco Solutions Promises Carbon Capture, Renewable Energy production, Jobs and Regional Leadership
Monrovia– Green Guard Eco-Solution and the Philippines-based Alterna Verde Cooperation have projected Liberia as a regional hub for waste-to-energy innovation, climate mitigation, and sustainable livelihoods when the company begins operational. By Jaheim T. [email protected]On May 5, 2024, Green Guard broke ground on its site outside Dixville . The 10-year renewable agreement with Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) designates Green Guard as the primary entity responsible for solid waste collection. But Green Guard insists that era is ending. Green Guard has also committed to reforestation as part of its environmental compliance.
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January 28, 2026 14:49 UTC
U.S. Signals Strong Support for ArcelorMittal as Boakai Pushes for Mineral Development Agreement Ratification
MONROVIA – Following high-level diplomatic talks in neighboring Guinea, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has issued an urgent appeal to the Liberian Senate to ratify the Third Amendment to the Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) with ArcelorMittal. President Boakai and the Liberian delegation met with Nicholas Checker, the U.S. State Department’s Senior Bureau Official for African Affairs, and U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Mary Daschbach. During the discussion, President Boakai confirmed a December 2025 phone call from U.S. President Donald Trump, in which the American leader explicitly requested Liberia’s support for ArcelorMittal’s operations. In response, President Boakai reaffirmed Liberia’s commitment to a multi-user rail and port policy, ensuring that while ArcelorMittal expands, the infrastructure remains open to other commercial interests under a fair, state-regulated framework. Since then, AML has invested over US$2 billion in mining operations, rail and port rehabilitation, power generation, and community development projects, according to company disclosures and government records.
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January 28, 2026 14:48 UTC
Liberia: McGill Elected President of Alpha Old-Timers Sports Association
The Alpha Old-Timers Sports Association (AOSA) has elected a new leadership team to steer the organization’s affairs for the next two years following a successful general election held on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Joining him in the new leadership corps are Ansu Dulleh as Vice President, Ryston Gbelia as Secretary General, and Benneditus Kun as Financial Secretary. Mr. McGill, who previously served as Vice President under outgoing President Ivan Brown, brings a sense of continuity to the post. He paid tribute to the association’s founding members, describing them as the “enduring pillars” of Alpha Oldtimers. He vowed that his administration would lead the Alpha Old-Timers into a new era defined by “unity, accountability, and progress.”The Alpha Old-Timers Sports Association remains one of Liberia’s most prominent social and athletic organizations, composed of veteran professionals and former athletes dedicated to promoting physical fitness and community engagement.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 28, 2026 14:04 UTC