Major Leak Exposes Questionable Promotion at LLA
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Source:Daily Observer
November 04, 2024 15:39 UTC
Five-Women Cooperative Now Attracts More Than 200 Members
In 2022 the cooperative applied for the UNDP Growth Accelerator Programme grant in the Business Plan Competition and was awarded US$40,000.00. With this grant, the cooperative purchased machines for cultivation, harvesting, post-harvest handling machines, processing, packaging, storage, and quality control. The cooperative has 245 members – 140 women, 90 men, and 15 People with Disabilities (PWD). Addressing cooperative members during the visit, UNDP National Economist, Stanley Kamara noted that the growth of the cooperative in agriculture is exceptional as they have managed to achieve big results in two years. Kamara said this is a sign of commitment that the cooperative members put into their work.
Source:GNN Liberia
November 04, 2024 12:06 UTC
Liberia: Liberty Party Reinstates Sen. Nyonblee Karngar-Lawrence as Political Leader in Effort to Reconcile After Split
Paynesville – The Liberty Party (LP) has committed to a resolution to restore unity and rebuild the party following a significant split leading up to the 2023 Presidential and Legislative Elections. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected]At a day-long national reconciliation retreat held on Saturday in Paynesville, the party resolved to keep Senator Nyonblee Karngar-Lawrence as its political leader until 2029, when a standard bearer will be chosen. This split weakened the party’s cohesion and affected its public image as a leading political force in Liberia. Senator Karngar-Lawrence will continue to serve as political leader, with county chairpersons maintaining their positions during this transitional period. Following the resolution’s signing, Senator Karngar-Lawrence encouraged members in Liberia and abroad to renew their commitment to the LP’s core values.
Source:Front Page Africa
November 04, 2024 11:22 UTC
America’s 2024 Presidential Election: Trump the Man to Beat
Two major issues have dominated the 2024 presidential election campaign, the economy and immigration with issues of abortion, Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender (LGBT) and foreign policy taking second place. Trump highlights the improved economy under his administration before the advent of COVID-19, the global pandemic that ravaged the world economy. Trump and Upsurge in Voter TurnoutTrump’s foray into presidential election contest in 2016 as an unconventional outsider, against the deodorized correctness of professional politicians, literally took the political Establishment by storm, and electrified the electorate. PrognosisKamala Harris brought sunshine charm, infectious laughter and irrepressible energy into the 2024 American presidential election campaigns, that almost rattled Trump, and gave her an initial momentum. Ultimately, though, the parlous state of an inflation-wracked economy under the Biden/Harris administration and a sustained, aggressive grassroots get-out-the-vote mobilization have the prospect of tilting the presidential election outcome in Trump’s favour and makes him the man to beat.
Source:GNN Liberia
November 04, 2024 10:55 UTC
Liberia: Speaker Koffa Reaffirms He Will Not Resign Amid Deputy Speaker Fallah’s Defection and Planned March on Capitol
By Selma Lomax [email protected]According to Speaker Koffa, if their bloc obtains the 49 votes required to remove him, he will step aside, but until then, he remains the Speaker. Since then, the political atmosphere within the House has deteriorated significantly, with Koffa failing to secure the necessary majority to maintain control. J. Fonati Koffa, Speaker, House of RepresentativesWith Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah presiding over the “majority bloc” session”, political observers say it highlights a severe loss of support, and highlights the fragmentation within the legislative body. But, we are requesting the 43 lawmakers to use the Constitution of Liberia and the House’s own Rules to remove the Speaker! But, we are requesting the 43 lawmakers to use the Constitution of Liberia and the House’s own Rules to remove the Speaker!
Source:Front Page Africa
November 04, 2024 10:43 UTC
Liberia: Nigerian Who flipped Oil Block He Bought for US200K for US$250M Resurfaces in New Bid
Eze’s interests this time around are offshore oil blocks 15, 16, 22 and 24. Once prequalified, Exxon is expected to be invited to negotiate Petroleum Sharing Arrangement in the Liberia basin, the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority announced in April. In fact, FrontPageAfrica reported at the time that Mr. Eze’s first cheque for the oil block actually bounced. Chevron holds a 70% stake in the nascent exploration venture, Oranto 20% and NOCAL 10%. In September 2010, according to GW, the Liberian Legislature ratified three “addenda” to Oranto’s offshore blocks 11, 12 and 14, approving the 70% purchase of LB 11, LB12 and LB14 offshore blocks.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 22, 2024 19:19 UTC
Liberia: Majority Block Cites Deputy Speaker to Preside
Monrovia— The majority members of the House of Representatives have officially invoked House Rule 8.1 and Article 33 of the Liberian Constitution, citing a loss of trust in Speaker J. Fonati Koffa’s leadership. By Selma Lomax, [email protected]A letter dated October 22, 2024, addressed to Deputy Speaker Thomas P. Fallah, reveals that a resolution signed by a majority of lawmakers reaffirms their lack of confidence in Speaker Koffa. Acting Chief Clerk James Toubie, who signed the letter on behalf of the majority members, formally invites Deputy Speaker Fallah to attend the session to ensure the effective conduct of proceedings. “Your prompt attendance and adherence to this directive are critical for upholding the constitutional process and ensuring the uninterrupted service of the House of Representatives,” Toubie emphasized. This development signifies a pivotal moment in the ongoing leadership struggle within the House, raising significant concerns about governance and accountability in Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 22, 2024 18:05 UTC
Liberia: LTA Conducts Regulatory Measures to Prevent Market Failure and Mitigate Anti-Competitive Behavior
Monrovia-The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), in partnership with Salience Consulting, with support from the World Bank, over the weekend conducted a day-long workshop intended to present stakeholders’ information and validate the initial findings of a telecommunications market study. By Jaheim T. Tumu- [email protected]The study was in furtherance of the LTA’s mandate to continuously monitor telecommunications markets to assess the state of competition and to determine regulatory measures needed to prevent market failure and mitigate anti-competitive behavior and tendencies. She said that the market study will increase access to affordable high-speed broadband and promote the demand for broadband-enabled services and applications to stimulate growth in the wider economy. At the LTA, we are restructuring our organization and our regulatory regime to meet these challenges head-on.”Madam Bush emphasized the growing challenges faced by outdated regulatory frameworks in addressing modern cyber security concerns. She, however, said that the Board of Commissioners, over the past few months, issued new regulations to close the gaps in our regulatory portfolio.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 21, 2024 18:39 UTC
Liberia: Lawmakers Entangled in Bribery Allegations Facing Investigation, Scrutiny from LACC Amid Chatters of Sanctions
Rep. Collins admitted that he and other lawmakers had accepted US$25,000 each to back the move, with US$15,000 paid upfront. A second video surfaced, showing Rep. Collins in a conversation with another lawmaker, believed to be Rep. Clarence Gahr (District #5, Margibi County). LACC Confirms InvestigationThe bribery allegations have sparked widespread outrage, with citizens and political leaders demanding an investigation. Dr. Tipoteh lauded Rep. Collins for exposing the bribery scheme and questioned the source of the funds used in the plot. “The Rule of Law says that bribery is corruption, and corruption is a felony punishable by imprisonment,” Tipoteh stated.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 21, 2024 07:19 UTC
Clara Town Faces WASH Crises: Residents Demand Urgent Actions
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Source:Daily Observer
October 18, 2024 10:21 UTC
Liberia: UL Wants Inspector General Cooper Prosecuted for Academic Fraud
A leaked investigative report from the University of Liberia has unveiled a serious scandal involving Liberia's Commerce Inspector General, D. Dorr Cooper. The committee confirmed that Cooper had never legitimately earned a degree from the university, and his academic claims were fraudulent. Kamara allegedly altered Cooper's academic records in exchange for undisclosed benefits. The committee's findings indicate that Sharpe and others violated university policies in allowing Cooper's fraudulent academic record to stand. The scandal has sent ripples throughout Liberia's academic and governmental circles, with many calling for greater scrutiny of public officials' academic credentials.
Source:Daily Observer
October 18, 2024 10:08 UTC
Lost At Home: Repatriated Liberians Face Bleak Outlook
Vivian Dickerson, J. Emmanuel B. Barwon, and Blessing Karna, who cannot trace their family members, are being housed at the Home of Transformation International Orphanage Home in Samukai’s Town, Caldwell.
Source:Daily Observer
October 17, 2024 17:38 UTC
Liberia: ‘Moving Speaker Fonati Koffa Does Not Benefit the CDC,’ Says Former President Weah
The committee is currently headed by Rep. Dixon Seeboe, an ally of Speaker Koffa. Speaker Koffa, according to sources, has reportedly agreed to let Seboe go to save his position and ease tension within the party’s bloc in the lower house. This is not the first time the lower house has sought the removal of its leader. In the case of Speaker Koffa, some 40 lawmakers are quietly boasting that they have the numbers to removing him as head of the lower house. As the saga unfolds, the future of the former ruling party looking to regain state power in 2029 appears to be in limbo.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 17, 2024 09:28 UTC
Liberia: Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia Accuse Government ‘Rascals and Opportunists’ of Fueling Crisis
One of the main political parties that supported the UP and seems to be very uneven with the way the dice is turning around the governance process is the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia (EFFL). The party is headed by young Emmanuel Gonquoi. President, we are eagerly awaiting your return so that we may further discuss our growing concerns with some of your appointed officials. It’s now getting at the crisis point and we are prepared for the War if need be! “Moreover, the President requested that when the EFFL faces provocations from his officials, we should consult with him before taking any action.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 17, 2024 09:28 UTC
Liberia: New LPRC Management Team Takes Steps to Revive Liberia’s Oil Sector and Address Petroleum Scarcity
He emphasized that the corporation is executing President Joseph Boakai’s mandate to make petroleum products consistently available and affordable. “We are working to eliminate the past practices where previous managements allegedly colluded with importers to manipulate prices,” Tweh said. Ending MEDTECH’s Role and Removing SurchargesOne of the most significant decisions by Tweh’s administration was the cancellation of the controversial MEDTECH pre-shipment inspection process for petroleum products. In addition, the surcharge on petroleum products was removed, which had an immediate effect on lowering the pump prices of fuel. He called for improved coordination between LPRC and the Ministry of Transport to ensure timely reductions in transportation fares when fuel prices decrease.
Source:Front Page Africa
October 16, 2024 15:42 UTC