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01/12/2025

An 18-year-old student, Prince Saylee of St. Joseph Catholic High School and a trainee of the TVET/SMHS Training Centre, has been found dead in the Sinoe River after disappearing on November 29. His body was discovered near the old ship with disturbing injuries, including missing facial features, raising strong suspicion of foul play. The Liberia National Police in Sinoe have launched a full investigation as the community reels in shock. Prince, known as a disciplined and promising student, was preparing to graduate. Residents demand swift justice, while police urge anyone with credible information to assist. Kindly follow Parrot News Network Newspaper and Online TV

01/12/2025

From January to December, God kept us, protected us, and carried us. If you’re grateful too, type Thank you Lord.❤️🙏

30/11/2025

The Management and Staff of Parrot News Network extend warm and heartfelt birthday greetings to His Excellency, Ambassador Joseph Nyumah Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia.

We pray that God continues to bless and protect you and your household. May He grant you divine wisdom, renewed strength, and clear guidance as you lead our nation with dignity and purpose.

Happy Blessed Birthday, Mr. President! 🙏🏾

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30/11/2025

The CDC in Sinoe County has spent nearly a year without a political home after being evicted from its rented office in Greenville. What makes the situation sting is the irony: the party has four sitting caucus members in the county, yet none were able to prevent the eviction over a modest US$2,400 fee for the six-room space in Geekloh Community. For many grassroots loyalists, the emptiness of that office symbolizes something deeper—a movement abandoned by the very leaders meant to anchor it.

One long-time partisan stood outside the shuttered building and shook his head.
“Our own leaders left us wandering like political refugees,” he said. “How can a whole party with four lawmakers fail to keep a single office?”

Another supporter, visibly irritated, went further.
“We campaigned for them in the rain and the sun,” she said. “Today, we can’t even point to a place that belongs to us. It feels like betrayal dressed in party colors.”

A third partisan, frustrated but trying to hold onto some pride, summed up the mood.
“Every time people ask me where our office is, my heart cuts small-small,” he muttered. “A party that once filled stadiums has been reduced to squatting.”

Moments like these reveal how political institutions fracture—not through grand ideological battles, but through small, practical failures that expose bigger truths.

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28/11/2025

A Pilgrim goes home!

Rev. Dr. Emmanuel F. Bailey, D. Min., Ph. D.

Dr. Emmanuel F. Bailey was the Seventh President of the United Methodist University in Monrovia who on Wednesday November 26, 2025, fell off in his office, rushed to the hospital and regrettably passed away.

A son of Sinoe from the Township of Louisiana, Dr Bailey served as Conference Council Director (Program Administrator) of the Liberia Annual Conference; Executive Director Team for Justice (Detroit, Michigan; Instructor at S. Steward Mott Adult High School, Flint, Michigan (10 years) and William Tindale College in Farmington Hills, Michigan (7 years).
He was President of the African Association of Michigan and Liberian Association of Michigan. He was listed in “Outstanding Young Men of America”, “Who’s Who in Religion”, and “Outstanding People of the 20th Century”. He authored of the following books:
1. “I Want to Help but How”;
2. “Caring for Those Who Grieve”,
3. “When You Pray Say….”; and
4. “The History of Methodism in Liberia."

Rev. Dr. Bailey also served United Methodist Churches in Ohio and Michigan for twenty-five (25) years. He was Chairman of the Division of Health and Welfare, Board of Global Ministry, DAC.

Dr. Bailey spent his childhood in Liberia. He attended college in Detroit; he earned an Associate of Science Degree in General Science from Highland Park Community College. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary Social Science Education from Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, and his Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Eastern Michigan University. After completing his Master of Divinity Degree at Methodist Theological School in Ohio, he earned a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Counseling Psychology from St. Mary’s Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland; and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree (Ph. D.) in Pastoral Psychology from Graduate Theological Foundation, in collaboration with University of Oxford summer school in Theology (U.K.).

Dr Emmanuel was married to Taylorie Major-Bailey, and their 47 year union was blessed with two (2) children.

He was the CEO of Greenville and Mississippi In Guest Houses in Greenville, Sinoe County.

Source: Area Code News/TV

27/11/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

President Boakai Meets Liberian Students and Community Members in Morocco

November 27, 2025

Tangier, Morocco:-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., met yesterday with Liberian students and members of the Liberian community in Morocco on the sidelines of the 17th MEDays Forum in Tangier.

The meeting brought together Liberian scholars studying across Moroccan universities and institutes, as well as professionals and community leaders living in the country. The engagement offered a platform for open dialogue on their academic progress, living conditions, and contributions to Liberia’s development.

President Boakai commended the students for their dedication and encouraged them to remain committed to their studies and personal growth. He underscored the importance of education in cultivating a generation of skilled and innovative young leaders capable of advancing Liberia’s progress.

During the interaction, the students expressed gratitude to the Boakai Administration for reactivating their allowances, noting that this support had been delayed in previous years. They also appealed for an increase in the allowances, citing the impact of the prior Administration’s harmonization policy, which significantly affected their upkeep and academic stability.

President Boakai listened attentively to their concerns and emphasized his Government’s interest in improving the welfare of Liberian students abroad.

The Liberian community also thanked the President for engaging directly with them and for demonstrating continued concern for their wellbeing and future.

Credit: E. Mansion

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27/11/2025

President Boakai Honored with Prestigious Grand Prix Award at the MEDays Forum

November 27, 2025

Tangier, Morocco:-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., was yesterday honored with the esteemed Grand Prix Award at the 17th edition of the MEDays Forum held in Tangier, Morocco.

The award, one of the Forum’s highest distinctions, recognized President Boakai’s leadership, visionary governance, and his advocacy for Africa’s advancement in global affairs.

Presented under the auspices of the Amadeus Institute, the Grand Prix celebrates individuals whose contributions significantly shape political stability, development, and cooperation within the Global South.

During the ceremony at the Palais des Arts et de la Culture, organizers commended President Boakai for championing democratic values, regional collaboration, and sustainable development, as well as for his efforts to position Africa as a key contributor in global decision-making.

In his remarks, the Liberian Leader expressed gratitude to the Amadeus Institute and the Kingdom of Morocco, noting that the honor reflects not only personal recognition but the resilience and aspirations of the Liberian people and the African continent.

“This award highlights the importance of Africa’s voice in reimagining the global order,” President Boakai said noting, “Liberia stands ready to work with partners in shaping a future that is fair, peaceful, and inclusive.”

The MEDays Forum, often referred to as the “Davos of the Global South,” convenes world leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss global fractures, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and pathways to shared prosperity.

Courtesy: E-Mansion

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26/11/2025

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
COME AND JOIN US - IT IS YOUR TIME...
The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) invites qualified and motivated professionals to apply for the positions listed below.
Application Deadline for All Positions: Dec. 8, 2025 at 17:00 GMT. For full details including Terms of Reference and the application process, visit the LRA website or click the link against each position and start your application.
Better still,
1. Visit www.lra.gov.lr
2. Click on MEDIA in the menu bar.
3. Select Job Vacancies and choose the position of interest.
4. Click and clearly read the position’s Term of Reference.
5. If you feel qualified, fill in the application form as instructed, and submit.
Note: Applications are strictly online. Hard-copy submissions will not be accepted.
THE POSITIONS
1.Position: Officer, Compliance and Record
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=HR-122%20
2.Position: Officer (Results)
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=EQ-111
3.Senior Officer, Recruitment
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=HR-121
4.Position: Officer, Recruitment
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=HR-120
5.Position: Junior Officer (Design & Results)
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=EQ-110
6. Position: Senior Officer, Performance Management
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=HR-119
7.Position: Supervisor, Performance Management
https://eservices.lra.gov.lr/apply/apply?vacCode=HR-118

Signed: _________
Danicius Kaihenneh Sengbeh
Manager, Communication, Media and Public Affairs Section/LRA

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25/11/2025

LERC Issues Amended Distribution Licence to LEC, Expanding the Utility’s Service Coverage

The Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC) has issued an amended distribution licence to the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC), granting the state-owned utility expanded authority to operate in additional parts of Grand Bassa, Rivercess and B**g counties.

The decision, announced on Tuesday, marks a further step in the government’s plan to widen access to reliable and affordable electricity across the country.

According to LERC, the revised licence authorises LEC to extend power distribution to new communities that were previously outside its official service area. The move is expected to support ongoing energy infrastructure projects and strengthen national electrification targets.

Representing LEC at the licence issuance were Varmu A. Reeves, Project Coordinator in the Division of Projects; George Hakeem Tawalah, Senior Manager of the Commercial Division; and Henry Sambolah, Senior Manager for Regulatory. They received the amended licence on behalf of the corporation’s management.

The expansion will enable more households and businesses to benefit from formal electricity connections.....

25/11/2025

𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝟭𝟭 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗺 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗡𝗼. 𝟴 𝗼𝗳 𝟭𝟵𝟴𝟱, 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮

The House of Representatives has voted to repeal Article 11 of the Interim National Assembly Decree No. 8 of 1985, which established the Bureau of State Enterprises Authority (SEAL), paving the way for the creation of a modernized framework to govern state-owned enterprises in Liberia.

The decision was reached Tuesday, 25 November during the 12th Day Sitting of the 3rd Quarter of the 2nd Session, following the submission of a comprehensive report by the House’s Joint Committee on State Enterprises & Autonomous Agencies, Judiciary, and Good Governance & Government Reform on the proposed legislation titled:
“An Act to Repeal Article 11 of the Interim National Assembly Decree No. 8 of 1985 Which Established the Bureau of State Enterprises Authority (SEAL).”

The proposed Act, submitted by the Chief Executive, seeks to restructure and strengthen the governance, accountability, and performance of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) by establishing the State-Owned Enterprises Authority of Liberia.

After an in-depth review and scrutiny of the proposed Act, the Joint Committee recommended that the House enact the legislation and forward it to the Liberian Senate for concurrence. The Committee emphasized that the updated law will modernize the oversight of SOEs, amend Title 30 of the Public Authorities Law, and replace outdated governance structures established in 1985.

In its concluding statement, the Committee noted:
“After thorough scrutiny of the Act to repeal Article 11 of the Interim National Assembly Decree No. 8 of 1985 and to establish the State-Owned Enterprises Authority of Liberia, the Joint Committee hereby calls on plenary to accept this Act pursuant to the recommendations.”

Plenary endorsed the report following a motion for passage proffered by Lofa County Electoral District #4 Representative Hon. Gizzie Kollince.

The Speaker has instructed the Secretariat to prepare and forward the engrossed bill to the Liberian Senate for its concurrence.

25/11/2025

𝗛𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝘁, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The House of Representatives – HOR, has mandated its joint committees on Judiciary, Ways and Means, Mines & Energy, Commerce, Banking & Currency to review two bills seeking fiscal discipline and community empowerment.

They are the Liberia Future Generations Extractive Savings Fund Act of 2025, which requires that 10 percent of all extractive revenues be saved in a protected national fund.

The aim is to promote intergenerational equity and reduce exposure to commodity shocks.

The other is the National Community & MSME Stimulus Bill, 2026.

It is sponsored by Nimba County District #9 Representative, Taa Wongbe.

The instrument is proposing US $10 million in the FY 2026 National Budget to directly support MSMEs, women’s groups, and farmer cooperatives across all 73 districts.

Meanwhile, the House of Representatives, took the decision Tuesday, November 25, 2025, during its regular sitting.

24/11/2025

WCO Launches National Performance Measurement Workshop for Liberia Revenue Authority Staff

Monrovia, Liberia – The World Customs Organization (WCO), through its Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme, has begun a week-long national workshop aimed at strengthening the Liberia Revenue Authority’s (LRA) capacity in Performance Measurement and institutional effectiveness.

The training, which brings together participants from major operational and strategic divisions of the LRA, focuses on equipping customs and revenue personnel with the tools needed to track, analyze, and enhance performance in line with global standards.

Key components of the workshop include:

Organizational performance and good governance

The WCO Performance Measurement Mechanism (PMM)

The relationship between PMM, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The WCO Performance Measurement Mechanism (PMM) is a standardized framework that helps Customs administrations around the world assess and continuously improve critical areas such as revenue collection, enforcement, trade facilitation, clearance times, integrity systems, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Speaking at the opening session, Customs Commissioner Saa Samoi expressed gratitude to the WCO for its continued support to Liberia. He emphasized that building a strong performance culture at the LRA is essential for boosting operational efficiency and ensuring effective service delivery. Commissioner Samoi encouraged participants to take the training seriously, describing it as a driving force for institutional growth and continuous improvement.

The workshop is being led by a team of international experts, including:

Maka Khvedelidze, Technical Officer, Performance Measurement & Quality Assurance Unit, WCO Implementation and Capacity Building Directorate

Angelina Youkova, Programme Assistant, WCO Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme

Tanele Magongo, Manager, Strategy, Eswatini Revenue Service

The initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to modernize Liberia’s customs administration and align it with international best practices.

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