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Liberia: Nine Memorials Built at Massacre and Mass Grave Sites Across the Country

A memorial structure in Ktopomai, Lofa County. According to the Center for Justice and Accountability, an estimated 250,000 people lost their lives during Liberia’s civil war from 1989 to 2003. 

Liberia Praised For De-flagging All Iran Oil-Smuggling Vessels

United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) has applauded the Liberian Registry for de-flagging all Iran oil-smuggling vessels and committing to cease flagging any vessels engaged in such illicit trade.

Liberia: President Boakai Imposes Travel Ban On Failing Officials

President Joseph Boakai announced a temporary travel ban on ministers and officials of institutions that fail to meet the national performance benchmarks set in the 2024–2025 Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS) cycle. 

Liberia: ‘No Link to Crime’ Defense Lawyers Argue as Court Set to Rule on Controversial Social Media Evidence in Arson Trial

The Monrovia City Court is poised to deliver its ruling on the arson case that has captivated public attention since the Capitol Building was set ablaze in December 2024. The defendants—former House Speaker Fonati Koffa and three other lawmakers—stand accused of masterminding the audacious attack.

Koffa’s Trial a Reflection on Liberia’s Troubling Past, Amara Konneh Says

By E.J. Nathaniel Daygbor Gbarpolu County Senator Amara Konneh has voiced his concerns over the recent arrest and prosecution of former House Speaker Cllr. J....

Liberia: Prosecutors Face Challenges in Linking Ex-Speaker Koffa And Colleagues to Capitol Fire in Preliminary Hearing

In a tense preliminary hearing at the Monrovia City Court on Tuesday state prosecutors found themselves in a precarious position as they struggled to establish a direct connection between former House Speaker Fonati Koffa and three other lawmakers to a December 2024 fire that significantly damaged the Capitol Building.

Liberia: President Grants 100% Ownership of Four Oil Blocks to NOCAL

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, has granted full 100% ownership of four strategic offshore oil blocks to the National Oil Company of Liberia to bolster  the country’s energy independence and economic stability.

Liberian Government Faces Allegations of Political Revenge, Authoritarian Acts Against Rivals

The Liberian government is under mounting criticism following the detention of several prominent lawmakers, with many accusing the administration of political revenge, authoritarian tendencies, and a miscarriage of justice.

Liberia: Emergence of Police State

Citizens and political groups in Liberia are vocally condemning the recent actions of the Liberia National Police amid growing concerns of an encroaching police state.

Former House Speaker Fonati Koffa Declares Innocence, Insists Controversial Arson Charges Built on Falsehood

Former House Speaker Fonati Koffa has vigorously protested his innocence and that of his fellow lawmakers who face controversial arson-related charges, insisting that the...

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