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29/07/2026

Pres. Boakai Leads Cabinet in Celebrating Information Minister Piah's 59th Birthday

Buchanan Grand Bass, July 29, 2026; President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on Monday paid a surprise birthday visit to the residence of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, joining cabinet ministers, family members, and well wishers in celebrating the minister's 59th birthday.

The visit came shortly after the President concluded his official engagements for the independence celebration, underscoring the close working relationship between the President and his Information Minister.

During the celebration, Minister Piah welcomed President Boakai to his residence, gave him a brief tour of the property, and later escorted the President to his vehicle before his departure.

He says the president's visit, is a clear demonstration of the confidence he has reposed in him, citing his loyalty, dedication, and performance in office.

He views the surprise appearance as a public demonstration of President Boakai's confidence in him, who served as the government's chief spokesperson and has played a key role in communicating the administration's policies and programs.

Meanwhile, The President's visit also attracted residents from the surrounding community, many of whom gathered outside the residence to catch a glimpse of the Liberian leader.
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29/07/2026

As BBNaija Season 11 kicks off, 24 housemates are competing for the ultimate prize, with the winner taking home a grand prize worth ₦160 million, including a ₦100 million cash reward.

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26/07/2026

Happy independence Liberia.
Let's celebrate responsibly.

03/07/2026

UL Bus Ministry honor Paranthood

25/06/2026

CDC Turns on VP Koung, Pennue

The opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has accused Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung Sr. and Grand Gedeh County Senator Zoe E. Pennue of interfering with the party’s planned 22nd Anniversary and Militant Month Celebration scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, in Zwedru. Speaking at a press conference on Monday at the CDC headquarters in Sinkor, Youth League Chairman Alvan Wesseh alleged that the party’s constitutional right to peacefully assemble was being undermined....

The opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has accused Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung Sr. and Grand Gedeh County Senator Zoe E. Pennue of interfering with the party’s planned 22nd Anni…

16/06/2026

The U.S. Embassy is hiring an Electrical Controls Technician in the Facilities Management Section.

The vacancy announcement is currently posted here: https://lr.usembassy.gov/jobs/

All applications must be submitted through the official Embassy website.

13/06/2026

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Qualified female candidates and Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Title: District Agriculture Officer (DAO)

Duty Station: Various Agricultural Districts across Liberia Reports To: County Agriculture Coordinator (CAC)

Position Objective: The District Agriculture Officer serves as the Ministry of Agriculture's representative at the district level and is responsible for coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and reporting on agricultural programs and activities within the assigned district.

The officer works closely with farmers, cooperatives, local authorities, development partners, and other stakeholders to promote agricultural development, food security, and sustainable rural livelihoods....

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12/06/2026

The Government of Liberia still owes ABK Incorporated a balance of Three Million Four Hundred Forty Thousand United States Dollars (US$3,440,000.00), despite having taken delivery of 60 buses and trucks procured for the National Transit Authority (NTA) under a US$3.94 million contract to expand public transportation services nationwide.

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The Government of Liberia still owes ABK Incorporated a balance of Three Million Four Hundred Forty Thousand United States Dollars (US$3,440,000.00), despite having taken delivery of 60 buses and t…

12/06/2026

LMDC Shuts Down Goodwill Clinic, for Administering Expired Drugs to Patients

The Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has ordered the immediate closure of Goodwill Clinic and two other private health facilities in Sinkor and New Matadi for Administering Expired Drugs to Patients The incident occured recently after inspectors allegedly discovered expired medicines, improperly discarded medical waste, and multiple violations of national healthcare standards during a compliance inspection.

The affected facilities are Goodwill Clinic on 18th Street, Sinkor; Matadi City Clinic; and Dr....

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The Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has ordered the immediate closure of Goodwill Clinic and two other private health facilities in Sinkor and New Matadi for Administering Expired Drugs t…

12/06/2026

“Electing Poor People Is Our Biggest Mistake”- MPC Freeman Slams Boakai Government

Simeon Freeman, Political Leader of the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC), has launched a sharp critique against President Joseph Boakai’s administration, arguing that Liberia’s persistent governance and economic challenges stem from a pattern of “electing poor people to power.”

Speaking in Monrovia on Wednesday, Freeman, a prominent businessman and politician, asserted that leaders who enter public office without personal wealth often shift their focus from public service to self-enrichment....

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Simeon Freeman, Political Leader of the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC), has launched a sharp critique against President Joseph Boakai’s administration, arguing that Liberia’s persistent gove…