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21/09/2026

GBU Administration Denies Paying Thousands in Hotel Bills for Interim President, Coordinator

September 20, 2026
By Alexander Musa Jr.

BUCHANAN CITY, Grand Bassa County — The Administration of Grand Bassa University (GBU) has rejected allegations that the institution is spending thousands of United States dollars to cover accommodation expenses for its Interim President, Dr. Samuel Reeves, and University Coordinator, Dr. Anold G. Hill.
The clarification follows concerns raised by students, advocates, and citizens of Grand Bassa over what they described as excessive spending by the university on the accommodation and related expenses of members of its interim leadership.

Speaking on the matter, GBU Comptroller Otavin Ben, Human Resource Officer Matthew David, and Director of Students Solomon Abba Kollie said the university does not have records showing that it is paying accommodation expenses for its entire interim leadership.

According to the university officials, Dr. Hill is the only member of the interim leadership whose accommodation is currently being paid for by GBU. They said he is staying at a local hotel in Buchanan, where the university pays US$20 per day for his accommodation.
At that rate, the officials said, the annual cost would amount to approximately US$7,300, which they characterized as relatively modest compared with accommodation expenses incurred by previous university administrations.
The officials also denied that GBU is paying hotel bills for Dr. Reeves, contrary to allegations circulating among students and members of the public.

Concerns Over University Spending
The university's clarification comes amid allegations that GBU is spending excessively on Dr. Reeves and Dr. Hill.
Some students, advocates, and citizens have questioned the university's decision to provide accommodation for Dr. Hill, particularly amid claims that he was brought into the university's administration by Dr. Reeves.
Critics have also alleged that Dr. Reeves does not regularly report to the university's campus and have questioned whether some of the responsibilities being handled by Dr. Hill should instead fall under the Interim President's office.
These claims, however, remain allegations and were not substantiated in the statements provided by the university officials.
The concerns have also sparked questions about whether the university should bear the cost of Dr. Hill's accommodation and whether such expenses represent an additional financial burden on the institution.

Administration Defends Accommodation Arrangement
The GBU officials maintained that the university's accommodation arrangement for Dr. Hill is not excessive, emphasizing that the institution is paying only US$20 per day for his lodging.
They further rejected claims that the university is covering hotel expenses for both Dr. Reeves and Dr. Hill, insisting that available records show accommodation being provided only for Dr. Hill.

The university's clarification is expected to provide further context to ongoing public discussions about spending, administrative responsibilities, and financial accountability at Grand Bassa University.

10/09/2026

‘Our Struggle Is Over’: PUL President Kanubah Publicly Praises Former Rival Nyakonah
September 10, 2026

By: Alexander Musa

Buchanan, Grand Bassa — In a striking display of political reconciliation within Liberia’s media community, Press Union of Liberia (PUL) President Julius K. Kanubah has publicly praised his former presidential rival, Daniel Nyakonah, describing him as “one of the most effective Communication Consultants” at the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning.
Kanubah made the remarks Thursday during a Policy Decentralization Workshop for Journalists organized by the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning.

The statement carries added weight because Kanubah and Nyakonah were once locked in a heated contest for the leadership of the PUL, before Nyankonah ultimately stepped aside.
But in an unexpected turn, Kanubah revealed that it was Nyakonah who reached out to him last week and invited the PUL to participate in the Ministry’s workshop.
“I must publicly disclose that it was Daniel who reached out to me last week to extend the invitation to the PUL to participate in this workshop,” Kanubah said.

Kanubah described the gesture as significant, saying their past differences have not erased their shared commitment to strengthening Liberia’s press institution.
According to him, Nyakonah’s decision to invite the PUL demonstrates that “while we may hold different perspectives at times, we are united in our commitment to build a stronger, more cohesive Press Union of Liberia.”
He further suggested that the gesture should silence doubts about the direction of the Union following its past internal challenges.
“To those who may still doubt the Union’s forward momentum after past challenges, Daniel’s magnanimous outreach should dispel such doubts,” Kanubah declared.

What was once a fiercely contested PUL leadership battle now appears to be giving way to a message of unity — with Kanubah and Nyakonah publicly demonstrating that yesterday’s rivals can become today’s partners in advancing Liberia’s media and national development agenda.

09/09/2026

LACC Trains County Workers in Three Counties on Corruption Prevention and Ethical Conduct
September 8, 2026

By: Alexander Musa

BUCHANAN, Grand Bassa County — The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has commenced a two-day anti-corruption training for County Council members and County Service Center workers from River Cess, Montserrado, and Grand Bassa counties.

The training, being held in Buchanan, is aimed at strengthening participants’ understanding of anti-corruption laws and promoting ethical conduct in the discharge of their official duties.
Speaking at the opening of the training, Cllr. Alexandra Zoe, Chairperson of LACC, said the gathering is a continuation of the Commission’s integration training initiative, which was launched in B**g County on August 8, 2026.

According to Madam Zoe, the initiative brings together County Council chairpersons and members, representatives of civil society organizations (CSOs), and personnel from County Service Centers.
She said the training is focused on key areas, including the LACC Act, Whistleblower Protection, Ethics, the Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest.

Zoe emphasized the importance of educating public officials and service providers about their legal and ethical responsibilities, particularly because many of them are involved in financial transactions in the course of providing services to the public.

The Chairperson furthered that People who provide services to the public in one way or another get involved with financial transactions. It is therefore important to teach them the dos and don’ts, because ignorance of the law excuses no one.

She noted that the training is intended to serve as a safeguard for participants as they carry out their responsibilities in their respective offices.
The LACC says the initiative is part of its broader efforts to prevent corruption, strengthen accountability, and promote integrity among public officials and service providers across Liberia.

The two-day exercise is expected to equip participants with practical knowledge that will help them identify, prevent, and appropriately respond to corrupt practices while performing their duties.

08/09/2026

Nimely Blames Rising Corruption on Failure of Families to Teach Integrity
September 8, 2026

By: Alexander Musa

BUCHANAN, Grand Bassa County — The City Manager of Buchanan City Corporation, Thomas Nimely, has attributed Liberia’s growing corruption challenges to what he described as a failure by families to adequately teach children the values of integrity and honesty at home.
Nimely made the statement while speaking at a two-day forum organized by the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), where he emphasized the critical role families play in shaping the character of future national leaders and public servants.

According to Nimely, building a better Liberia must begin with building better families, arguing that children raised with strong moral values are more likely to uphold integrity when they eventually assume responsibilities at the national level.
“To have a better country, we must have a better family, because the family will grow up to provide services at the national levels,” Nimely said.

He stressed that parents and guardians have a responsibility to teach children how to protect their integrity and safeguard their character regardless of where they work or the positions they occupy.
Nimely warned that unless families take this responsibility seriously, Liberia could continue to struggle with corruption and other governance challenges.

“If we cannot teach our kids and train them how to protect their integrity in terms of safeguarding their characters wherever they work, the country will continue to face the challenges of corruption,” he noted.
The Buchanan City official also commended the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission for what he described as a transformation in its approach to fighting corruption.

He said the institution had moved from being a “toothless bulldog” to what he called a “toothed bulldog,” suggesting that the commission has become more assertive and effective in carrying out its anti-corruption mandate.

Nimely’s remarks highlight the importance of tackling corruption not only through laws and enforcement, but also through early moral education and the promotion of integrity within Liberian households.

07/09/2026

PRESS RELEASE
Grand Bassa Journalists Appreciate Pro Tempore Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence for Media Training Support

Grand Bassa County, Liberia — September 7, 2026: Five journalists from Grand Bassa County who were among twelve Liberian journalists sponsored by the Pro Tempore of the Liberian Senate, Hon. Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, to participate in an intensive six-week media training program in Abuja, Nigeria, have expressed gratitude for her support and commitment to strengthening the capacity of Liberian journalists.

The five journalists are Darius Zoryea of Ableejay Radio/TV, Hogkins Tokpa of Radio Wee, Zahn Dehdyugar of Magic FM, Alexander Gargar Piah of Radio Gbehzohn, and Alexander Musa, Jr. of Radio Dukpa.
The journalists said the six-week training provided them with valuable knowledge, skills, and professional exposure that will enhance their ability to effectively inform, educate, and serve the public through responsible journalism.

“We sincerely appreciate the Pro Tempore, Hon. Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, for investing in the professional development of journalists from Grand Bassa County and other parts of Liberia. Her support demonstrates the importance of empowering the media with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute meaningfully to national development,” the journalists said.

The journalists, however, emphasized that the support will not compromise their professional responsibilities or editorial independence.
They reaffirmed their commitment to remaining objective, impartial, fair, and unbiased in the discharge of their duties, stressing that their appreciation for the Pro Tempore's assistance does not create an obligation to favor her, any political party, public official, or institution in their journalistic work.
“We remain journalists first. While we are grateful for the opportunity provided by the Pro Tempore, our responsibility to the public requires us to report fairly, independently, and without fear or favor. Our professional ethics and commitment to truth will continue to guide our work,” they stated.

The journalists further encouraged other leaders of Grand Bassa County and Liberia at large to emulate the Pro Tempore by investing in journalists' education, training, professional development, and access to opportunities.
They noted that a stronger and more professional media sector is essential to promoting accountability, transparency, democracy, peace, and development.

The journalists believe that providing journalists with opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth will not only benefit individual reporters but will also strengthen the quality of information available to citizens and improve public discourse across Liberia.
They therefore called on lawmakers, local leaders, government officials, development partners, private-sector actors, and other well-meaning Liberians to create and support more initiatives that expose journalists to modern reporting techniques, investigative journalism, digital media, fact-checking, ethical journalism, and other areas critical to the evolving media landscape.
The five journalists expressed the hope that the Pro Tempore's initiative will inspire similar investments from other leaders and institutions, ultimately creating a more capable, independent, ethical, and professional Liberian media.

Signed:
Alexander Musa, Jr.
Team Lead
On behalf of the five Grand Bassa County Journalists

21/08/2026

FIRST LADY KARTUMU BOAKAI LAUNCHES “HER VOICE, HER FUTURE” INITIATIVE IN GRAND BASSA

Radio Dukpa FM / TV News
by: Yoko Davis

Buchanan, Grand Bassa County — August 21, 2026: The First Lady of the Republic of Liberia, Madam Kartumu Yarta Boakai, is in Grand Bassa County today to officially launch the “Her Voice, Her Future” initiative, a program focused on amplifying the voices and strengthening the participation of women and girls in national development.

The official launch is being held at the Unification Pavilion in Buchanan City, bringing together women, girls, community leaders, government representatives, and other stakeholders from across Grand Bassa County. The launch follows a two-day training conducted from August 19–20 as part of preparations for the initiative.

The First Lady’s visit to Grand Bassa marks the formal introduction of the initiative in the county, providing a platform for women and girls to engage on issues affecting their lives, opportunities, leadership, empowerment, and future.

Madam Kartumu Yarta Boakai, wife of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has made women’s empowerment, children’s welfare, education, and maternal and newborn health among the areas associated with her public advocacy.

The “Her Voice, Her Future” initiative is expected to encourage women and girls to speak out on issues affecting them, build their capacity, and play a stronger role in decision-making and community development.

The Grand Bassa launch at the Unification Pavilion is therefore attracting attention from residents and stakeholders as the county welcomes the First Lady for the official commencement of the program.

Dukpa Tv is at the Unification Pavilion in Buchanan City and will continue to provide updates from the First Lady’s visit and the “Her Voice, Her Future” launch.

03/08/2026

Why WABMA Is the Right Choice for Building a Successful Media Career. ⭐ (Best choice)

The West Africa Broadcast & Media Academy (WABMA) is an excellent institution for individuals who want to develop strong communication and media skills. In today's digital world, effective communication is essential for success in journalism, broadcasting, public relations, content creation, marketing, and many other careers.
One of the major benefits of studying at WABMA is its practical approach to learning. Students receive hands-on training in broadcasting, public speaking, news reporting, media production, presentation, and digital communication. This practical experience helps learners gain confidence and prepares them for real-world media environments.

Another advantage is that WABMA equips students with modern media and communication skills that are relevant in today's technology-driven society. Learners are exposed to industry-standard practices and are trained to communicate professionally across television, radio, online platforms, and social media.

WABMA also provides opportunities for networking with experienced media professionals and fellow students. These connections can lead to internships, mentorship, career guidance, and employment opportunities within the media industry.
Furthermore, enrolling at WABMA helps individuals improve their public speaking, critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and leadership abilities. These skills are valuable not only in media careers but also in business, education, politics, and entrepreneurship.

In conclusion, enrolling at the West Africa Broadcast & Media Academy is a worthwhile investment for anyone who wants to improve communication and media skills. The academy's practical training, professional exposure, and focus on industry-relevant skills make it an excellent choice for building a successful career in the communication and media sector.

24/07/2026

Port of Buchanan Donates Rice and Cleaning Supplies to Seven Communities, Including Disability Groups, Ahead of Independence Day

By: King Brown

BUCHANAN, Grand Bassa County — The Port of Buchanan has donated rice and cleaning supplies worth $8,000 to seven affected communities, including the disability community and other vulnerable groups, as part of activities marking Liberia's 179th Independence Day.

Port Director Jonathan Kaipay handed over the donation on Friday, as community leaders gathered at the Moore Town Hall. The package included 360 bags of 25kg rice and 392 cleaning tools, among them wipers, cutlasses, hoes, wheelbarrows, and sharpeners, distributed to seven fence-line communities, the disability community, and other vulnerable groups in Buchanan.

Kaipay said the gesture reflects a commitment he has maintained since taking office two years ago, when the port began providing recreational materials for children and other forms of community support.

"This is the port's way of identifying with the communities affected by our operations," Kaipay said, thanking residents for their role in a recent youth empowerment clean-up exercise at the port. He credited their support with helping keep the facility secure, noting that no theft has been reported at the port during his tenure.

Speaking on behalf of National Port Authority Managing Director Sekou Dukuly, Kaipay urged residents to extend the clean-up beyond the port itself.

"Let us not only clean the port; the community behind the port must be clean too," he said, adding that requests for a water well and pit latrines are also being reviewed. Senior management has already approved construction of two hand pumps and two modern pit latrines, with a groundbreaking ceremony to follow at a later date.

He added that as part of the port's corporate social responsibility to the people of Bassa, senior management had approved the distribution of the bags of rice and cleaning up supplies to the seven communities, the disability community, the Christian Association of the Blind, and other institutions.

Kaipay also urged residents to prepare their communities for the possibility of a presidential visit, noting that President Boakai is spending five days in the county, a rare occurrence outside Montserrado.

In further good news for residents, Kaipay announced that two young applicants had successfully completed screening for port security positions and would be employed on 25-year contracts with the National Port Authority.

Community leader Augustine Jugbea, speaking on behalf of the seven affected communities and the disability community, thanked port management for recognising fence-line residents and welcomed the new job opportunities.

"We hope more will come," Jugbea said. "We want to thank the senior management team for what they are doing for the people of Bassa."

Patricia Kangar, chairlady of the Moore Town community, said it was her first time participating in a port-led initiative since she was born, describing the just-ended youth empowerment clean-up exercise as a welcome first.

“I thanked the Port of Buchanan for giving back to us ahead of Liberia's 179th Independence Day, with jobs and clean water projects on the way’ she says.

23/07/2026

Grand Bassa Gives President Boakai a Hero's Welcome as New Political Movement Marks Independence Day Launch

By: King Brown

BUCHANAN, Grand Bassa County — Hundreds of jubilant supporters turned out in Buchanan on Thursday to give President Joseph Boakai a rousing welcome, as Grand Bassa's newest political force, the Bassa Democratic Movement (BDM), marked the official opening of its headquarters.

Supporters travelled from across the county to gather at the movement's new office on God Bless You Hill, waving palm branches in a show of solidarity as President Boakai, accompanied by Vice President Jeremiah Koung, members of the legislature and judiciary, and foreign dignitaries, arrived in the city as part of Liberia's 179th Independence Day celebrations.

The BDM, founded on January 16, 2026, describes itself as the first major political movement to emerge from Grand Bassa County. Its stated goal, according to its founder, is to unite Bassa-speaking people, regardless of political affiliation or location, under one banner for the development of the county and the country.

"This was a moment where the entire government and international guests were visiting our county," said the movement's political leader, Jonathan Lambort Kaipay, a former Grand Bassa County senator. "We felt it was right to join fellow citizens and give the president a proper welcome to our county."

Kaipay said the palm branches carried by supporters were a symbol, a message to the president that Grand Bassa is ready for growth. He added that the new office will serve as a hub for skills-empowerment programmes targeting the county's youth.

He said the movement already has a strong support base in Grand Bassa, Rivercess, Margibi, and Montserrado counties, and is now working to expand into other parts of Liberia.

Movement chairman Daniel Gbassagee said the size of Thursday's turnout was proof of the BDM's growing strength.

"This shows the movement is standing strong," Gbassagee said. "Come 2029, we will be a decisive force in choosing Grand Bassa's next representatives, senators, and even the president of Liberia."

Supporters pledged their continued backing for the movement and welcomed its planned youth empowerment initiatives, with several calling on President Boakai to partner with the BDM to accelerate development across Grand Bassa County.

"We are here in the hundreds today to welcome President Boakai," said supporter Abel Brown. "As the newly formed Bassa Democratic Movement, we declare that we are here to stay", ahead of the 2029 legislative and presidential elections.

The gathering closed with music and celebration, as residents thanked Hon. Kaipay for what many described as a political home where they finally feel "respected and recognised."

09/07/2026

Obituary and family meeting announcement of the Liberian who die*d in India

*OBITUARY & FAMILY MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT*
The Roland, Nyuan, and Bayjay Families inform that they received over the weekend of July 4, 2026, the mortal remains of Madam Janjay Musu Nyuan Roland. Mrs. Roland’s remains arrived in the country along with her injured husband, Hon. Isaac Blalu Roland, former Maryland County Representative.

The remains of Mrs. Roland have since been deposited at the St. Moses Funeral Parlors in Gardnersville pending removal, funeral and burial arrangements.

Mrs. Roland died June 3, 2026, in a tragic fire incident at the Flourish Inn Stay Hotel in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, Republic of India where she had taken her husband, Hon. Roland for medical treatment.

At the same time, a mass family meeting is scheduled to be held on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the residence of the deceased in the Greenland Community, Johnsonville, at 1pm prompt.

Signed:
Nat Bayjay (Nephew of the Deceased)

Approved:
Hon. Isaac B. Roland (Husband of the Deceased)

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