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11/08/2026

BETTESU MEDICAL CLINIC CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY, TREATS OVER 2,000 PATIENTS.

Bettesu Town, Waum Administrative District, Lofa County, Liberia.

August 11, 2026

By Abraham NP Tengbeh

The Bettesu Medical Clinic in Waum Administrative District, Lofa County, has celebrated its first anniversary, marking one year of providing healthcare services to residents of Bettesu and surrounding communities.

The anniversary celebration brought together citizens of Bettesu, representatives from Better Together Liberia, members of the District Health Team, representatives of the County Health Team, and other invited guests.

During the program, the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the clinic, Mrs. Helenah Piowoe, warmly welcomed representatives of the County and District Health Teams, as well as other guests. She encouraged all participants to feel at home and freely engage in the celebration.

The Acting Administrator of Bettesu Medical Clinic, Mr. Joseph B. S. Fayiah, presented the facility's first-year patient statistics, covering the period from August 2025 to July 31, 2026.
According to Mr. Fayiah, the clinic treated a total of 2,121 patients during the period under review. The statistics are as follows:
Men: 430
Women: 853
Boys: 428
Girls: 410
Total patients: 2,121.
He further disclosed that the clinic conducted 18 deliveries during the same period.

Speaking during the program, Mr. Momoh S. Taylor, Community Health Services Supervisor (CHSS) of the Porluma and Bettesu clinics, spoke on behalf of the OIC of Porluma Clinic, Mr. Moses Bonda.
Mr. Taylor appreciated the staff and the board of Bettesu Medical Clinic for organizing the anniversary celebration. He also pledged to work closely with the facility to strengthen and promote healthcare services in the area.

Also speaking, Mr. Justin Kotio, Chairman of the Bettesu Medical Clinic, urged citizens to take ownership of the facility and ensure that it remains properly maintained.
According to Mr. Kotio, although Mr. John S. Lendein and the Better Together Liberia family are currently supporting the facility, their assistance may not continue indefinitely. He therefore encouraged citizens to view the clinic as their own and work collectively to sustain its operations.
Mr. Kotio also highlighted that Better Together Liberia's work extends beyond healthcare, noting that the organization is also involved in agriculture as part of efforts toward sustainable development.

He concluded by expressing appreciation to the District Health Team and the County Health Team for their continued support to the Bettesu Medical Clinic.
The first anniversary celebration ended with renewed calls for community ownership, partnership, and continued support to ensure that the Bettesu Medical Clinic remains a reliable source of healthcare services for the people of Waum Administrative District.

11/08/2026

Breaking news from the Executive Mansion:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

President Boakai Appoints Retired General Daniel Dee Ziankahn, Jr. to Lead LDEA, Vows to Escalate Liberia's War Against Drugs

Monday, August 10, 2026

Monrovia, Liberia:- President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has appointed Major General (Retired) Daniel Dee Ziankahn, Jr. as Director General of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), pending confirmation by the Liberian Senate. The action marks a decisive move that underscores his Administration's resolve to intensify the fight against illicit drugs and transnational organized crime.

A distinguished military officer with decades of experience in national security, Major General (Retired) Ziankahn previously served as Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia, where he led the transformation and professionalization of the country's military following years of conflict.

Major General Ziankahn previously served as Minister of National Defense and, more recently, as Military Advisor to President Boakai, providing strategic counsel on national security matters.

His appointment reflects the President's confidence in his leadership, integrity, and operational experience, and signals the Administration's determination to elevate Liberia's fight against drugs to a new level. In his new role, he will report directly to the President, in close consultation with the Minister of Justice.

The President has also appointed Ms. Precious Rue as Deputy Director General for Operations and Mr. Prince Mulbah as Deputy Director General for Administration of the LDEA, also pending Senate confirmation.

All three appointees have been directed to assume their duties with immediate effect in an acting capacity, pending legislative confirmation upon the Senate's return later this year. Mr. Ernest Tarpeh, who served as Deputy LDEA Director General, returns to this previous assignment at the National Security Agency.

The appointments follow the submission of the Ministry of Justice's investigative report to the President and form part of a broader strategy to strengthen Liberia's institutional response to the growing threat posed by narcotics trafficking and related criminal activities.

President Boakai has repeatedly declared that narcotics trafficking represents one of the gravest threats to Liberia's national security, public health, and future development. Under his leadership, the Government has adopted a zero tolerance policy toward drug trafficking, corruption, and organized crime. This policy has been accompanied by stronger enforcement actions, institutional reforms, and enhanced interagency cooperation.

In a related development, President Boakai has indefinitely suspended former LDEA Officer in Charge Fitzgerald Biago from the Liberia National Police for ethical transgressions and has ordered that he be subjected to a more detailed investigation.

The President's decision follows a review of the Ministry of Justice's report, which did not establish any involvement by Mr. Biago in illegal narcotics trafficking. However, the report identified ethical concerns that warrant further scrutiny to determine whether additional administrative or other appropriate actions may be necessary.

Following a marathon National Security Council meeting this evening, President Boakai reaffirmed that his Administration remains committed to ensuring that all allegations of misconduct are addressed fairly, professionally, and in accordance with due process. He emphasized that while no individual will be condemned without evidence, no public official will be exempt from accountability where questions of integrity arise.

The President called on the newly appointed leadership of the LDEA to work closely with the Joint Security, the Ministry of Justice, and international partners to dismantle drug trafficking networks, strengthen border security, enhance intelligence and enforcement capabilities, and protect Liberia's youth and communities from the devastating effects of illicit drugs.

"Our fight against drugs is a fight for the future of Liberia," the President declared, stressing, "We will continue to strengthen our institutions, hold public officials to the highest ethical standards, and pursue those who seek to poison our communities. There will be no safe haven for drug traffickers or those who aid and abet them."

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10/08/2026

UPDATE FROM SORLUMBA BORDER.

Following unconfirmed information circulating on social media regarding developing tensions between the two neighboring countries, Liberia and Guinea, particularly among security personnel at the Sorlumba border, I conducted a fact-finding investigation at the border to establish the situation on the ground.

During my investigation, I had the opportunity to meet with the Township Commissioner and the Director at the Main Border, Dr. Sartee, who provided clarification on the situation.

According to both officials, it is true that the newly assigned Guinean military commander, along with members of his security team, engaged Liberian security personnel and requested that they move back from the area they currently occupy to allow the Guinean security to occupy the space.

However, according to the Township Commissioner, the Liberian security personnel did not agree to the request.

Early this morning, representatives of both security forces met to discuss the matter. The newly assigned Guinean commander was reportedly briefed on the existing working relationship between the two sides.

Following the meeting, both security forces agreed to continue working together to maintain peace and stability along the border, while awaiting further diplomatic engagement by the Government of Liberia.

Meanwhile, citizens of Sorlumba and surrounding communities have returned to their normal businesses and daily activities, with no major disruption reported at the time of this update.

Credit: Abraham NP Tengbeh

08/08/2026

Program marking the official launch of the District -level consultative Rule of Law Dialogues.
Venue @ Amb.George M.Weah Town Hall in Foya.

05/08/2026

For and on behalf of the Staff and Management of Diompelor Radio 96.6FM/ Diompelor Online TV,we love to say happy birthday and wedding anniversary to Lofa county senator,Sen.Momo Tarnuekollie Cyrus.
Thank you for the services to the people of Lofa and Liberia at large.

05/08/2026

Deputy Speaker Hon. Thomas P. Fallah donates $5,000 USD as initial contribution for the reconstruction of radio Kintoma in Voinjama city.

Credit: Tokpa Tarnue

30/07/2026

BREAKING NEWS!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

President Boakai Orders Dismissals, Suspensions, and Further Investigations
in Ongoing Narcotics Cases

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Executive Mansion, Monrovia –: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has ordered the
immediate dismissal, suspension, and investigation of several officials of government and law enforcement personnel following his review of the latest status report on ongoing investigations into major narcotics trafficking cases.

The actions form part of the Government’s continued efforts to uphold accountability,
strengthen the rule of law, and ensure that public officials entrusted with serving the
Liberian people conduct themselves with integrity and in full compliance with the law

Following a review of the findings submitted by the relevant authorities, President Boakai
has, with immediate effect, dismissed Mr. Mark Egon Kuiah, Deputy Director for
Operations at the Roberts International Airport (RIA), Mr. Johnny Bolar Dean,
Commissioner of Police for Criminal Investigation, Intelligence and INTERPOL, and Mr. Patrick Doe, Deputy Director for Administration at the National Security Agency (NSA), from their respective positions.

The President has further recalled Mr. Patrick Komasu (702), who had been seconded to
the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), from that assignment, suspended without
pay, and directed that he be placed under investigation.

Additionally, President Boakai has ordered the immediate dismissal of all government
employees and law enforcement officers indicted in connection with the seizure of 198
plates of processed co***ne at the Roberts International Airport and the confiscation of
3,971 plates of co***ne from the premises of two foreign nationals.

Those dismissed are:

• Mohammed O. Gbowrah, Director of Security, Roberts International Airport;

• Moses Jallah, Deputy Commander, Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency, Roberts
International Airport.

The President has also ordered the dismissal of two officers of the Liberia National Police
who are said to have used official government vehicles to facilitate the transportation of
a narcotics consignment from Vincent Town along the Bomi Highway to the vicinity of
Mega Mart in Thinker Village, Paynesville.
They are:

• Anthony T. Blaye;
• Wadell W. Kwarbo

President Boakai has also directed the immediate dismissal of the following individuals and ordered that they be forwarded to the Ministry of Justice for prosecution in accordance with the law:
• Jammel V. Jallah, Agent, National Security Agency;
• Christian L. Nyantee, Agent, National Security Agency;
• Caycee Nelson, Procurement Director, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social
Protection; and
• Albenigo Janior, Agent, National Security Agency.

President Boakai said these actions demonstrate his Administration's resolve to ensure that no public official or government employee who engages in criminal conduct remains in public service.

He stressed that the Government will continue to enforce the law without fear or favor and will hold accountable anyone found to have participated in narcotics trafficking or
related criminal activities.

The President has further directed all relevant security and law enforcement institutions
to intensify their investigations and ensure that every individual connected to these cases is brought before the courts in accordance with due process of law.

The Executive Mansion assures the Liberian people that the Government will continue to
take all lawful and necessary measures to combat narcotics trafficking, dismantle criminal networks, strengthen national security, and safeguard the integrity and international reputation of the Republic of Liberia.

Signed:

Atty. Kula Bonah Nyei Fofana
Presidential Press Secretary

27/07/2026

Foya, Lofa County – July 27, 2026

Following his 3rd Annual District Legislative Report, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Thomas P. Fallah , and members of his delegation visited the Foya Health Center to assess the progress of the ongoing construction of a modern health facility being funded through his legislative budget.
During the visit, Hon. Fallah inspected the project and emphasized his commitment to improving access to quality healthcare for the people of Foya District. The modern health center, once completed, is expected to enhance healthcare service delivery and provide residents with a better medical environment.
The visit forms part of the Deputy Speaker's continued efforts to monitor development projects and ensure that resources allocated through the legislative budget translate into meaningful improvements in the lives of his constituents.

Credit: Abraham NP Tengbeh

27/07/2026

Deputy Speaker Hon. Thomas P. Fallah gives his 3rd Annual Legislative report to the people of Foya Statutory District.

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