Paris police chief says man who injured 3 in knife and hammer attack may suffer mental health issues
PARIS (AP) — A man armed with a knife and a hammer injured three people Saturday in an early-morning attack at the major Gare de Lyon train station in Paris, another nerve-rattling security incident in the Olympic host city before the Summer Games open in six months. The Paris police chief, Laurent Nunez, said the suspect attacked passersby with a hammer and a knife. He said the attack did not appear to be terror-related and that the suspect seemed to suffer from mental health issues. Investigators are analyzing the knife and hammer, the prosecutor’s office said. Most recently, a man targeted passersby near the Eiffel Tower in December, killing a German tourist with a knife and injuring two others.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 03, 2024 17:35 UTC
Liberia: Why Foreign Minister Nominee’s Confirmation Came to a Halt – An Insider’s Account
However, she pledged her support to President Boakai during the November 14, 2023, run-off elections. The Senate Chambers is the sanctity of the Senate. Sources have confided that Senator Dillon is under pressure from some executives of the ruling UP to block the nomination of Madam Nyanti. However, Senator Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence of Grand Bassa County also has an ambition to replace President Boakai come 2029. Some claimed that they were exhausted and had adjourned their regular session just a few minutes to the time for the confirmation hearing.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2024 21:03 UTC
Liberia: Court Orders Outgoing Police IG Sudue, Others to Legally Refund US$12K Taken from Businessman
In his petition to the court, Weah contended Inspector Patrick Sudue and others were informed that forcibly taking money from him was inappropriate and did not fall in line with their operational procedures. However, he noted that due to his contention against the illicit act by Sudue, Gboyah, and Ballah, they threatened him with the charges of extortion and blackmail for which he decided to seek legal redress. Judge Feika, having analyzed the controversies contained in the averments in the pleadings, said the crux of the issue the bar is principled on two issues, which have been defined and lengthily discussed. Therefore, Judge Feika has ordered Sudue, Gboyah, and Ballah to deliver the said amount to Mr. Weah. This, the Judge noted, is a result of Sudue, Gboyah and Ballah, defendants in the case, failure, and disobedience to conform to statutory requirements as specified for Action to Recover Chattel.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2024 19:44 UTC
Former CIA employee sentenced to 40 years in prison for largest data breach in agency history, other charges
BY LAUREN IRWIN THEHILL.COM |Joshua Schulte, a former CIA officer, was sentenced Thursday to 40 years in prison for the largest data breach in the agency’s history, along with other charges. Schulte was charged on crimes of espionage, computer hacking, contempt of court, making false statements to the FBI and child pornography, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said in a release. “Joshua Schulte betrayed his country by committing some of the most brazen, heinous crimes of espionage in American history. Schulte, who worked as a computer engineer within the CIA’s Center for Cyber Intelligence, was accused of handing over classified data to WikiLeaks. Schulte, who represented himself in court, said anyone could have perpetrated the breach.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 02, 2024 14:54 UTC
B. Elias Shoniyin Rubbishes Report Of Sponsoring Negative Public Opinion Against Foreign Minister Designate, Sarah Beysolow Nyanti
The former Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Minister, B. Elias Shoniyin has angrily dismissed rumors of secretly sponsoring negative public opinion against Foreign Minister designate Sarah Beysolow Nyanti. In a press statement, Mr. B. Elias Shoniyin dismissed reports linking him to secretly sponsoring a campaign to hinder the appointment of Foreign Minister-designate, Madam Beysolow Nyanti. As such, he was completely shocked about the rumors and was figuring out the sources and their motivation. Mr. Shoniyin believes that Madam Sarah Beyslow Nyanti is amongst the most talented, experienced, and internationally respected Liberians well qualified for the post of Foreign Minister and he fully supports her nomination to that important office. The former Deputy Foreign Minister wants journalists to remain ethical and use their platforms for the good of society and as tools to promote peace and democracy rather than fuelling tensions amongst public officials.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 02, 2024 13:13 UTC
Liberia: Disagreement In Up Alliance As Supporting Political Parties Point Out Early Neglect by President Boakai
The alliance parties were initially five political parties, including Unity Party, Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction, Protemp Nyonblee Karngar Lawrence faction of the Liberty Party, Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia, and the Movement for One Liberia of Macdella Cooper which took Ambassador Boakai to the runoff elections. During the runoff, 16 other political parties joined the alliance, making it 21 political parties, and chaired by Cllr. This, our source noted, further indicates the length at which the internal conflict has grown. At the same time, Salee noted that the process of governing is not an overnight issue; therefore, he is encouraging all alliance members that the process is about Liberia. However, Chairman Salee noted that on the issue of boycotting the annual message, the alliance members did not receive an invitation from the foreign but, they later settled.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2024 00:56 UTC
Liberia: Foreign Minister Designate Faces Senate Amidst Controversy Over Education Credentials
FrontPageAfrica has been privy to about a dozen pages of education credentials submitted by Beysolow to the Committee. As Minister of Foreign Affairs, Beysolow is expected to be the face of Liberia in the diplomatic community. Wheeling & Dealing LikelyConfirmation hearings for Foreign Minister nominees are often contentious, controversial, and not without hitches. Nyanti previously served as United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Representative in Yemen (2019-2020) and in The Gambia (2015-2017). Before joining the United Nations in Liberia where she worked during the conflict and transitional government periods, Beysolow-Nyanti held senior positions in the Ministry of Health of the Government of Liberia (1999-2003).
Source:Front Page Africa
February 01, 2024 07:38 UTC
Liberia: Minister of Public Works-Designate Not an Engineer Despite Executive Law Requiring an Engineer for the Post
By Lennart Dodoo, [email protected]The Minister of Public Works holds a pivotal role in overseeing and managing a wide array of responsibilities aimed at developing and maintaining essential infrastructure within the country. According to Section 27.2 of the New Executive Law, the Minister shall be responsible to DESIGN, construct, improve and maintain, directly or by contract, all highways, streets, roads, bridges and storm sewers. He served Deputy Minister for Administration at the Ministry of Public Works & Rural Development in 2014. Prior to that position, Mr. Giddings held roles in various governmental and consultancy capacities. Throughout his academic years, Mr. Giddings actively participated in various extracurricular activities, including sporting and cultural exchange activities during his MBA at Wuhan University of Technology.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 01, 2024 07:32 UTC
Liberia: Back on Assignment in Uganda, Ex-Foreign Minister Not Interested in Govt Job
Monrovia – Since the election of President Joseph Boakai, the name of former foreign Minister Augustine Ngafuan has been ringing. An old hand at the Ministry, Ngafuan, served as Foreign Minister from 2012 to 2015 under the presidency of Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf. Mr. Ngafuan is currently the Country Manager of the African Development Bank in Uganda. The source said Ngafuan is not interested in a job in the Boakai administration at the moment. Dr. Kariuki is on a two-day visit to Uganda and will lead the bank’s high-level dialogue on the Uganda energy sector.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 31, 2024 20:24 UTC
Liberia: Sen. Cyrus Allocates Earnings in First Year to Development in Lofa County
Lofa County Senator, Momo Cyrus, has publicly disclosed that he would allocate all earnings throughout his first year at the Liberian Senate to support local developments in the county. By Selma Lomax [email protected]Senator Cyrus believes giving back his salary and other benefits to the county is the surest way of introducing life-changing and impactful leadership style in the county. He said the votes given him by the people of Lofa County during the October 2023 elections was priceless, and that giving back was the best way to express his gratitude. The gesture by Senator Cyrus is a demonstration of transparency, accountability and commitment to revitalizing public trust in leadership at all levels. The zealous Lofa County Lawmaker also emphasized the need for leaders of the county to put aside their political differences and embrace one another for the sake of the county.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 31, 2024 17:15 UTC
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra sentenced to 14 years in Toshakhana case
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years with ‘rigorous punishment’ in the Toshakhana case, Pakistan’s Geo News reported. The latest prison sentence against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader came just eight days ahead of scheduled national elections in Pakistan and a day after he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking state secrets. Imran and Bushra were also slapped with a fine of $2.81 million. While Khan is already in prison, visuals on social media showed Bushra Bibi reaching the Adiala Jail for arrest. Read more of this storyVisited 20 times, 20 visit(s) today
Source:GNN Liberia
January 31, 2024 17:04 UTC
AML’s Info Session Inspires Bassa High School Students, with Calls for Vocational Center in Grand Bassa
This event, held in the Bassa High School auditorium, brought together more than 200 students, along with over ten instructors and school administrators, promoting a fruitful partnership between AML and ADMA. The collaboration between AML and ADMA seeks to enlighten high school students on the various projects undertaken by ArcelorMittal Liberia in the three counties and other parts of the nation. Patience Genesis thanked AML for organizing the information-sharing session at Bassa High School, emphasizing the significance of having such an event at their school. Sianneh Smith, a 12th grader at Bassa High School, expressed her excitement about the unexpected visit from ArcelorMittal representatives. Another student emphasized the importance of education for the female students at Bassa High School, expressing gratitude for AML’s involvement.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 31, 2024 04:21 UTC
Shock, grief and mourning for 3 Georgia-based US soldiers killed in Middle East drone strike
BY RUSS BYNUM |SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Described by their parents as bubbly and constantly laughing, Spc. Breonna Moffett became close friends soon after enlisting in the Army Reserve five years ago. William Jerome Rivers served a tour in Iraq before joining the same company of Army engineers. While President Joe Biden has promised the U.S. will respond, Moffett’s parents said they hope there’s no escalation in violence that kills more American troops. “It takes your heart and your soul.”Read more of this storyVisited 27 times, 1 visit(s) today
Source:GNN Liberia
January 31, 2024 03:59 UTC
“Audit of Weah Govt is Welcome, but Begin with Inaugural Committee,” ALJA Ex-President Urges Boakai
He said there is nothing evil about asking the CDC and former President Weah to account for their superintendence of Liberia for the last six years. In 2017, Liberians elected Mr. Weah as President. In March 2021, a US Congressman from the State of New Jersey, Christopher Smith, labeled the Weah administration as “Kleptocratic”. On December 8, 2023, Mr. Boakai then President-elect, appointed Madam Miatta Fahnbulleh, a former celebrated female musician in Liberia as Chair of the inaugural committee. At the same time, Mr. Sandy has lauded President Boakai and the UP for their demonstrated commitment to ensuring accountability in government.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 30, 2024 16:41 UTC
Contradictory Claims on Liberia’s Economy: Weah, Boakai Provide Conflicting Figures But Weah Might be Right
Weah said: “… it is possible to inform you that the state of the economy that my administration has inherited, leaves a lot to be desired. Weeks disclosed to the House that as at January 22, 2018, “the total balances was US$5,637,000”. In 2018, my Government inherited a Consolidated cash position of about SEVEN MILLION UNITED STATES DOLLARS. President Boakai: The net international reserves position reported at the end of December 2023 was US$220 million. The balances show that the total for FY2023/2024 in US Dollars is US$28,270,302.87, while the total balance in the Liberian dollar consolidated account is L$2,237,071,975.08.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 30, 2024 13:48 UTC