Liberia: Lawmakers Re-pass Port Bills, Brushing Aside Boakai’s Veto Concerns
The re-passed legislation consists of two interrelated measures, the Liberia Sea and Inland Ports Regulatory Authority Act of 2024 and the Liberia Sea and Inland Ports Decentralization and Modernization Act of 2024. Taken together, the Acts repeal the National Port Authority Act, dissolve the National Port Authority, establish four autonomous seaports in Monrovia, Buchanan, Greenville, and Harper, and create a new Liberia Sea and Inland Ports Regulatory Authority with expansive oversight responsibilities over ports and maritime activities across the country. The Decentralization and Modernization Act further deepens the controversy by repealing the National Port Authority and replacing it with four autonomous seaports vested with extensive financial and administrative independence. He warned that abruptly dissolving the National Port Authority and leaving transition decisions to a limited working group could result in legal disputes, operational disruptions, and financial uncertainty. Senior officials at the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Liberia Revenue Authority, and the National Port Authority were reportedly not invited to review or comment on revised drafts.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 06, 2026 19:20 UTC
Liberia: ECOWAS Condemns U.S. Capture of Venezuelan President
Monrovia — The Economic Community of West African States has issued a strong diplomatic condemnation following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces, an unprecedented operation that has divided global opinion and sparked widespread concern over sovereignty, international law, and the limits of executive power. In a statement, ECOWAS said it had “followed with concern recent developments in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela” after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that American forces had carried out a large-scale military operation in Caracas, resulting in President Maduro being taken into U.S. custody. While the United States justified the operation as part of the global fight against transnational crime, including terrorism and drug trafficking, ECOWAS cautioned that such actions must not override international norms. The U.S. military operation has also highlighted deep divisions within Washington. Russia described Maduro’s capture as “a grave violation of sovereignty and international law” and called the U.S. action “armed aggression,” while China expressed shock over the unilateral use of force.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 06, 2026 19:10 UTC
Liberia: Former Star Blasts Political Division After Grand Bassa’s Defeat to Grand Kru
MONROVIA – James Salinsa Debbah, the legendary former celebrated striker of the Liberian national team, the Lone Star, has launched a scathing critique of internal divisions within the Grand Bassa County sports leadership. By Christopher C. Walker | [email protected]His comments follow the county’s stinging 2–0 defeat at the hands of Grand Kru County in the ongoing National County Sports Meet. He warned that the politicization of the county team is undermining the spirit of the tournament. “Our biggest problem in Grand Bassa County is division,” he said. The county leadership has tried, and we have seen encouragement like the recent US$5,000 Christmas bonus for the team.
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January 06, 2026 18:55 UTC
Court Shuts Down LEC Hq Over US$309K Unpaid Debt
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 18:52 UTC
Liberia: LFA Rejects Jubilee FC’s Petition for Extraordinary Congress, Cites ‘Breaches’ and Lack of Threshold
MONROVIA – The Liberia Football Association (LFA) has officially rejected a petition from Jubilee FC requesting an Extraordinary Congress to amend the association’s statutes, citing significant breaches of legal frameworks and a failure to meet the required threshold of support. Furthermore, the LFA revealed that only five clubs provided valid, full backing for the proposal: Shaita Angels FC, Determine Girls FC, FC Fassell, Kneeling Warriors, and Senior Female Professional FC. The Background: The ‘Fassell’ FactorThe controversy surrounding the December 29 petition is rooted in a high-stakes move to amend Article 45.4 of the LFA Statutes. The communication was copied to LFA President Mustapha Raji and the Executive Committee. As of press time, Jubilee FC leadership could not be reached for comment.
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January 06, 2026 18:50 UTC
Liberian Prospect Emmanuel Fully Sets for FK Teplice Switch from Slavia Prague
Monrovia– Liberian youngster Emmanuel Fully is on the brink of a move to FK Teplice from Czech giants Slavia Prague, as final details surrounding the transfer continue to be finalized. Fully, who has been a standout performer for Slavia Prague’s B team, is expected to use the move to gain vital top-flight experience in the Czech First League. FK Teplice, currently sitting 10th in the table, is reportedly looking to bolster its squad with the Liberian international. Long-Term DevelopmentClub sources indicate that the decision to allow Fully to train with Teplice is a calculated move within Slavia Prague’s long-term development strategy. Fully joins a growing list of young Liberian talents making inroads in European leagues, further highlighting the potential of the country’s next generation of players.
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January 06, 2026 18:45 UTC
Rehabilitation Director Urges Lawmakers to Sponsor At-Risk Youths
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 07:55 UTC
Dr. Yar Gono Appointed Prexy of Tappita Technical Vocational Institute
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 07:40 UTC
Liberia’s First Act on UNSC Signals a Bold, Principle-Driven Diplomacy
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 07:27 UTC
Millions Generated, Workers Abandoned, LILGA’s 2025 Labour Report Shows
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 07:27 UTC
LCU Calls for $3M Annual Funding to Transform Education
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 07:25 UTC
Bong Lawmaker Wants MNG Mining Deal Reviewed as 2027 Looms
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Source:Daily Observer
January 06, 2026 07:25 UTC