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25/08/2026

One Life Liberia Inc., in Collaboration with Dr. Urey Yarkpawolo Foundation, to Launch LRD 2 Million Scholarship Fund

Monrovia, Liberia | August 25, 2026 — One Life Liberia Inc., in collaboration with the Dr. Urey Yarkpawolo Foundation for Development, is set to launch a LRD 2 million scholarship fund aimed at supporting deserving school-going children in B**g County during the 2026/2027 academic year.

The official scholarship fund launch and fundraising event is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the William T. Womba Elementary School in Shankpallai, Zota District, B**g County.

The initiative is designed to provide educational support to children who face financial challenges in accessing and remaining in school. The support will not be limited to school fees, but will also include basic educational needs such as school bags, books, and other learning materials.

Appearing on Superbongese Radio over the weekend in Gbarnga, B**g County, Timothy R. Yoko, Administrative Assistant to the Foundation's founder and Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, the initiative is inspired in part by Dr. Yarkpawolo's own educational journey and his understanding of the importance of providing children with opportunities that he did not have at an early age.

Yoko explained that Dr. Yarkpawolo began his formal education at the age of 14 because there was no school in his community and he lacked the support needed to start earlier.

Despite the late start, he remained committed to education and eventually earned a PhD by the age of 37.

“What hindered him from starting school at the early stage was that there was no school for him to go to. The kind of support he needed, he didn't have that support to go to school,” Yoko said.

He added that Dr. Yarkpawolo's experience has strengthened his commitment to helping other children access education and avoid similar barriers.

Yoko said Dr. Yarkpawolo's commitment to education extends beyond the scholarship initiative.

He pointed to the establishment of the Yarkpawolo Public School in Gomu Village, Zota District, as one of the practical ways Dr. Yarkpawolo has sought to expand educational opportunities for children in underserved communities.

The school has been operating for more than five years, with Dr. Yarkpawolo personally supporting the payment of teachers and other operational needs while efforts are ongoing for the Ministry of Education to formally take over the institution.

“It's a public school. The goal is to be able to turn our school officially over to the Ministry of Education. The process is on for the Ministry of Education to take charge of that,” Yoko explained.

He said that, in the meantime, Dr. Yarkpawolo, with support from friends, continues to provide resources to keep the school operating.

Yoko stressed that the scholarship initiative is an extension of this broader commitment to education and is intended to reach children beyond a single community.

According to Yoko, the Foundation recognizes that keeping a child in school requires more than paying tuition.

“Some of them need backpacks. Parents might not be able to provide backpacks for them. They might not be able to provide a couple of books,” he said.

He explained that the Foundation intends to help address some of these challenges by providing support based on the individual needs of deserving students.

The program will primarily focus on deserving students in B**g County, while also allowing the Foundation to support deserving children from other parts of Liberia.

Yoko said the Foundation receives appeals from parents and guardians who are able to support some of their children but struggle to provide for others.

For example, a parent may have several children in school but lack the resources to meet the educational needs of all of them. Such cases, he said, are among the situations the initiative seeks to address.

The September 12 launch will also serve as a fundraising event to mobilize the LRD 2 million needed to support the scholarship initiative.

One Life Liberia Inc. and the Dr. Urey Yarkpawolo Foundation are expected to use the occasion to bring together individuals, organizations, businesses, friends of education, and other partners to contribute toward the education of deserving children.

Yoko called on members of the public to see the initiative as an investment in the future of Liberia's children.

He said the goal is not only to provide immediate assistance but also to help children remain in school and gain the foundation they need to pursue their future aspirations.

The collaboration between One Life Liberia Inc. and the Dr. Urey Yarkpawolo Foundation for Development is therefore expected to provide an additional avenue for supporting children who may otherwise struggle to meet basic educational requirements.

The organizers are encouraging the public and potential partners to join the effort and help ensure that deserving children have the resources needed to continue their education.

The official launch and fundraiser will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the William T. Womba Elementary School in Shankpallai, Zota District, B**g County, with a fundraising target of LRD 2 million.

15/08/2026

Education remains one of the strongest investments we can make in the future of our communities.

For years, Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo has demonstrated a strong commitment to education in his electoral district in B**g County through scholarships, tuition assistance, educational materials, and other forms of support.

From establishing and supporting an elementary school in Gormu, which currently serves more than 150 children, to covering teachers’ salaries and other essential school needs, his commitment continues to make a difference in the lives of children.

This year, the focus is on supporting William T. Womba School, one of the oldest and historic schools in the district.

We are calling on friends, colleagues, partners, alumni, community members, businesses, and well-wishers to come together and support this important initiative.

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09/08/2026

The Power of Collective Action: Liberia Can Defeat the Drug Crisis

By Dr. Emmanuel King Urey Yarkpawolo

Throughout Liberia's history, the collective power of the people has shaped the direction of our nation. Sometimes, that power has been used constructively to solve national problems. At other times, it has contributed to instability, destruction, and human suffering. Our history teaches us an important lesson: when Liberians unite around a common cause, their collective actions can produce enormous consequences - for good or for evil.

The 1979 Rice Riot demonstrated the strength of collective public action. What began as opposition to a proposed increase in the price of rice quickly developed into a national political crisis. The riot exposed deep social and economic inequalities and contributed to the conditions that led to the 1980 coup, which ended more than 130 years of Americo-Liberian political dominance. Although these events brought major political change, they also opened a difficult and unstable chapter in our history.

Similarly, when Charles Taylor and Prince Y. Johnson launched their armed rebellion in 1989, their forces advanced partly because many Liberians, frustrated with the government of the day, initially supported or cooperated with them. That collective support helped the insurgency spread across the country. Unfortunately, what some believed would bring liberation eventually produced fourteen years of conflict, destroyed communities, displaced families, and claimed many lives. Once again, the collective power of the people changed Liberia - but at a terrible cost.

Collective action has also saved our country. During the civil conflict, ordinary Liberians - especially women - organized themselves and demanded peace. Women's groups led by Nobel Peace Prize winner Leymah Gbowee and others crossed religious, ethnic, and political divisions. Christian and Muslim women stood together, dressed in white, prayed, protested peacefully, and pressured the warring parties to negotiate. Their courageous actions helped create the conditions for the 2003 peace agreement and the restoration of democratic governance. They proved that citizens united behind a just cause can overcome the forces of violence.

Liberia experienced the power of collective action again during the Ebola outbreak in 2014. The disease killed thousands of our people and created fear throughout the country. I was caught in the middle of that national emergency, and our experience was captured in the documentary In the Shadow of Ebola, available at https://intheshadowofebola.com/film

At first, misinformation, fear, denial, and distrust allowed the virus to spread. But when communities, health workers, government institutions, traditional leaders, religious organizations, international partners, and ordinary citizens began working together, the situation changed. People accepted public-health measures, reported suspected cases, stopped unsafe burial practices, washed their hands, avoided unnecessary physical contact, and supported affected families. Through collective discipline, sacrifice, and cooperation, Liberia brought the deadly virus under control. To a lesser extent, similar principles helped us respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Today, Liberia faces another serious national emergency: the growing drug crisis. We see its effects in our streets, communities, schools, and families. Too many young men and women are being destroyed by dangerous substances. Parents are losing their children, communities are losing productive citizens, and Liberia risks losing an entire generation. Meanwhile, greedy and wicked individuals continue to profit from the suffering of vulnerable Liberians. We cannot allow this to continue.

The fight cannot be left to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency, the police, or the courts alone. It must become a collective national struggle. Government institutions must investigate and prosecute traffickers without fear, favor, or political interference. The courts must ensure accountability while respecting due process. Communities must provide credible information to the proper authorities. Religious and traditional leaders must speak openly against trafficking and substance abuse. Schools must educate students about the dangers of drugs, while families must pay closer attention to changes in their children's behavior.

There must be no hiding place for drug traffickers and their collaborators. They should not be protected because they are wealthy, politically connected, related to us, or members of our communities. However, while traffickers must face the full force of the law, people suffering from addiction should receive treatment, rehabilitation, and opportunities to rebuild their lives. The victims of this crisis need help, not rejection.

Liberians have overcome war, Ebola, and many other national challenges. We can also overcome drugs. Let us join the President and the relevant national institutions in this fight. Let us expose traffickers through lawful reporting, protect our communities, educate our children, support those recovering from addiction, and stand together with one voice and one purpose. When Liberia's people unite behind a righteous cause, even the greatest challenge can be defeated. Through sustained collective action, courage, and accountability, the day can come when the drug crisis is history in Liberia.

04/08/2026

A SQUARE PAIR IN A SQUARE HOLE - THE RIGHT PERSON IN THE RIGHT SEAT

An op-ed Commentary of Dr Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo’s Incredible Transformation of Liberia’s EPA

One of Liberia's greatest governance challenges is not the shortage of talent. It is our failure to place the right people in the right roles. For too long, public offices have served as rewards rather than purpose-driven, patriotic assignments. We hand positions to those we feel indebted to, not those who are ready and prepared to deliver. As a consequence, agencies limp along, mandates gather dust, citizens stop expecting anything from the state, and eventually stop asking.

Every now and then, however, Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo reminds us of what is possible when competence, blended with discipline, meet responsibility. I have known Dr. Yarkpawolo for about a decade, since the final stages of his doctoral studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. We worked together to organize a forum that introduced his research findings on Liberia's land and environmental resources to history teachers from across the country. Though, it was not a prestigious national gathering, he treated it with remarkable seriousness. He planned meticulously. He followed through on every commitment. He treated a modest assignment with the discipline most people reserve for high caliber occasions of national importance. Long before he led a public institution, that experience convinced me that he was someone who could be trusted with national responsibility.

That same discipline is now evident in his leadership of the Environmental Protection Agency. In less than three years, he has turned an institution once known for stagnation into one that reflects structure, consistency, and accountability. Inspections are conducted on schedule. Complaints are investigated. Environmental laws are enforced with greater resolve. Offices that once existed only on paper now serve citizens across the country. The Agency's work is far from complete, but it has unmistakably changed direction. They are testaments of remarkable steps in the right direction, signalling the setting of the stage for genuine and irreversible progress.

The scale of Dr Yarkpawolo’s ongoing transformation is evidence that speaks for itself. Staff morale and professionalism restored. New offices opened in counties that had none. More than 1,400 inspections. Nearly 200 complaints investigated. Fines exceeding one million dollars returned to government revenue. Eleven new environmental regulations, from water and air quality to lead in paint and waste management. A headquarters and laboratory finally owned outright, after years of renting. A partnership with Cambridge worth more than 250,000 pounds in climate scholarships. Liberia’s voice strengthened in global environmental diplomacy at COP16, COP29, and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. These are not promises. They are measurable outcomes. Together, they reflect the steady rebuilding of a national institution.

None of this happened by accident, it happened because there’s a square pair in a square hole. Institutions improve when capable people are entrusted to lead them with knowledge, discipline, and accountability. Yet, this remains the lesson Liberia is too slow to embrace. We continue to fill critical positions based on familiarity, political convenience, or sectional interests, and then wonder why institutions fail. We assign complex responsibilities to people without the preparation, discipline, or judgment to carry them. Then, the nation absorbs the cost.

Dr. Yarkpawolo's tenure offers a standard that both the public and private sectors should embrace. It demonstrates that leadership choices should be guided by evidence, not sentiment. By preparation, not proximity. By proven character, not popularity. Leadership is not measured by speeches or slogans. It is measured by results. When qualified people are given the opportunity to lead, institutions become stronger, public confidence grows, and national progress becomes possible. Dr Yarkpawolo’s work deserves recognition, not simply because of what it has achieved, but because it offers a practical model for every institution in Liberia.

He is not an isolated case. Liberia has many professionals, trained at home and abroad, who possess the knowledge, experience, integrity and zest to transform the institutions they are best suited for. People who have already proven, in smaller rooms, that they finish what they start. The challenge is not finding them, it is choosing them. Every appointment is a choice about what kind of country we intend to build. Leaders who appoint the qualified build institutions that outlast any single administration. Leaders who appoint the convenient build institutions that collapse the moment attention shifts elsewhere.

Liberia's future will not be shaped by how many talented people it has. It will be shaped by whether we consistently entrust our most important institutions to those best prepared to lead them. Countries are built one appointment at a time. Put the right people in the right seats, and institutions work. Citizens regain confidence. Nations move forward. That is not an aspiration. It is a proven formula. Liberia should demand nothing less.

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03/08/2026

Please join us wishing our CEO Hon. Thomas Ochuku Fallah a happy prosperous birthday. Wishing you long life and blessings. From your team and the people of District #12, Montserrado County.

26/07/2026

179th Independence Day Message from Thomas Ochuku Fallah
CEO, Thomas Ochuku Fallah Humanitarian Foundation and his beautiful wife

On the joyous occasion of Liberia's 179th Independence Day, I extend my warmest greetings to the hardworking and resilient people of Electoral District #17, and to all Liberians at home and abroad.

As a proud son of District #17, this day holds special meaning for me. It reminds us of our shared history, the sacrifices of those who came before us, and our collective responsibility to build a brighter future for our communities and our nation.

Over the years, through the Thomas Ochuku Fallah Humanitarian Foundation, we have remained committed to serving our people by providing humanitarian assistance and standing with families in times of need. This commitment will continue because service to humanity is at the heart of everything we do.

As we celebrate our nation's independence, let us renew our dedication to peace, unity, love, and community development. Together, we can create opportunities for our young people, support the vulnerable, and build a stronger District #17 and a more prosperous Liberia.

May this Independence Day inspire hope, strengthen our unity, and encourage us all to work together for the progress of our beloved country.

Happy 179th Independence Day!

God bless District #17, and God bless the Republic of Liberia.

Thomas Ochuku Fallah
CEO
Thomas Ochuku Fallah Humanitarian Foundation

25/07/2026

Liberian Nurses Association–DFW Reaffirms Support for Nurses in Liberia

MONROVIA, Liberia – July 25, 2026 – The Liberian Nurses Association–DFW has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting nurses in Liberia through professional development, capacity building, and other initiatives aimed at strengthening the country's healthcare system.

In a special message marking Liberia's 179th Independence Day, the Founder and President of the Liberian Nurses Association–DFW, Carolyn Woahloe, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, extended warm congratulations to His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia; Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung; members of the three branches of Government; healthcare professionals; development partners; and all Liberians both at home and across the diaspora.

Woahloe said Independence Day is not only a celebration of Liberia's freedom and history, but also an opportunity to recognize the dedication and sacrifices of nurses and other healthcare workers who continue to provide lifesaving services to communities across the country.

She praised Liberian nurses for their resilience, compassion, and unwavering commitment to caring for patients despite the many challenges facing the country's healthcare sector.

"Our nurses continue to be the backbone of Liberia's health system, providing quality care, comfort, and hope to countless families despite many challenges," Woahloe said.

According to her, the Liberian Nurses Association–DFW remains committed to standing with its colleagues in Liberia by supporting professional development, strengthening nursing capacity through training, and providing assistance that empowers nurses to deliver quality healthcare services.

She emphasized that improving healthcare is essential to Liberia's national development, noting that a stronger nation depends on a healthy population.

"As we celebrate our nation's independence, we must also continue to invest in our healthcare workforce. A stronger Liberia depends on a healthier Liberia," she stated.

Woahloe called on Liberians everywhere to remain united in supporting the country's healthcare professionals and promoting excellence in nursing.

She encouraged nurses in Liberia and members of the Liberian nursing community in the diaspora to continue working together to improve healthcare services and strengthen the profession for future generations.

"As one nursing family, united across borders, let us continue to invest in our healthcare workforce, promote excellence in nursing, and work together to build a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous Liberia for generations to come," she said.

The Liberian Nurses Association–DFW President also urged Liberians to use the Independence Day celebration as a time to renew their commitment to patriotism, unity, peace, and selfless service to the nation.

She concluded her message by wishing all Liberians a happy 179th Independence Day and prayed for God's continued blessings upon the Republic of Liberia.

The Liberian Nurses Association–DFW continues to play an important role in supporting the growth of the nursing profession by fostering collaboration between Liberian nurses in the diaspora and their counterparts at home, while promoting initiatives that contribute to improved healthcare delivery throughout Liberia

23/07/2026

ISWA Fires Back at Media Report Targeting LACE Executive

The Independent Societal Watch Advocates (ISWA) is a pro-democracy civil society organization, and has taken note of a recent media report alleging that the Executive Director of the Liberia Agency for Community Empowerment (LACE) is involved in a conflict of interest.

After a careful review of the claims and available public records, ISWA categorically states that the report is misleading, lacks credible evidence, and appears intended to tarnish the reputation of an institution central to community development in Liberia.

“We frown on the growing trend of publishing sensational stories without facts. Such reporting undermines public trust in institutions and distracts officials who are working to deliver services to Liberians,” said ISWA Executive Director.

The independent societal Watch advocates notes that LACE plays a critical role in implementing community-driven projects in all 15 counties. At a time when government is focused on decentralization and service delivery, unfounded allegations only serve to derail progress.

ISWA therefore calls on
Media institutions to adhere to the ethics of verification, balance, and fairness before publication.

The public to disregard reports not supported by evidence and to judge public officials based on performance and facts.

Government and partners to continue supporting LACE to fulfill its mandate of empowering communities.

“We support press freedom. But press freedom must be responsible. We cannot build Liberia on speculation and half-truths,” ISWA said.

ISWA remains committed to monitoring governance, promoting transparency, and holding public officials accountable based on facts, not rumors.

Independent Societal Watch Advocates.
(ISWA)
Monrovia, Liberia.

21/04/2026

PRESS STATEMENT
For Immediate Release
April 21, 2026

District #13 Journalists Association Condemns Exclusion by Youth and Sports Minister Cornelia Kruah; Calls for Respect and Inclusion of Local Media

MONROVIA, Montserrado County — The Montserrado County District #13 Journalists Association strongly condemns the decision by the Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Cornelia Kruah, to exclude journalists from District #13 during her recent county tour.

The Association views this action as a show of disrespect to media professionals residing and working within the Minister’s own constituency.

Speaking to reporters in District #13 on Tuesday, the Chairman of the Association, Mr. Rufus Divine Brooks Jr., stated that the organization remains independent and committed to serving both the district and the nation, notwithstanding instances of marginalization by some public officials, including ministers and lawmakers.

“Minister Cornelia Kruah has been a public figure whose activities our members have consistently covered within the district, often without requesting compensation,” Chairman Brooks noted.

“Since her tenure at the Ministry of State and subsequent elevation to the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Minister has declined to collaborate with the District #13 Journalists Association.

Her recent actions, particularly the exclusion of district journalists from her county tour, reflect a pattern of disregard for local media practitioners.

The Association emphasizes that as an independent professional body, it upholds the principles of impartiality, accountability, and public service.

It therefore condemns the Minister’s actions and calls for the full inclusion and recognition of journalists within District #13 in all official engagements and communications.

The District #13 Journalists Association reaffirms its dedication to ethical journalism and urges all public officials to foster constructive, respectful relationships with the media as a cornerstone of transparency and democracy.

Signed: Lyndon Togba
Secretary, District #13 Journalists Association

Approved: Rufus Divine Brooks Jr.

Chairman, District #13 Journalists Association

20/04/2026

Cecelia K. Kpor Koon Breaks Away from ALP Faction, Rejoins All Liberian Party Mainstream Under Benoni Urey

Monrovia, Liberia – April 19, 2026_Former Montserrado County District #17 Representative candidate, Mrs. Cecelia K. Kpor Koon has announced her decision to disengage from a faction of the All Liberian Party (ALP) and return to the party’s original bloc led by its Political Leader, Benoni Urey.

In a communication addressed to members of what she described as the “Real ALP” group Mrs. Koon expressed deep frustration over internal divisions within the party and the perceived lack of recognition for members who supported the ruling Unity Party during the 2023 elections.

According to her, it has been nearly three years since members of her faction aligned with the Unity Party and supported President Joseph Nyumah Boakai. However, she lamented that aside from Theodore Momo—who was appointed and later reassigned within government—no other member of the group has benefited from government opportunities.

Mrs. Koon emphasized that her concerns go beyond personal gain, noting that she earns a substantial income in the United States. Instead, she stressed the importance of appreciation, inclusion, and the need for competent individuals to be given opportunities to contribute meaningfully to national development.

“It is about gratitude and keeping your base together,” she stated, criticizing what she described as a pattern of political abandonment after electoral victory.

She also expressed disappointment in her colleagues within the faction, accusing them of failing to take proactive steps to engage President Boakai directly. According to her, attempts to encourage dialogue were met with resistance, internal disagreements, and what she termed as “praise and worship” attitudes within party circles.

Reflecting on the political decisions taken during the final stages of the 2023 elections, Mrs. Koon revealed that she had openly disagreed with Benoni Urey’s decision to support George Manneh Weah and the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC). She maintained that her stance was driven by her commitment to what she described as “Liberia first.”

The former candidate warned that the continued division within the ALP has weakened the party significantly, stating that it now “lies in ruins,” with partisans still fragmented years after the elections.

She further questioned the broader implications of the division, asking members to reflect on whether the ongoing split serves any meaningful purpose or benefit.

Mrs. Koon also raised concerns over what she perceives as a lack of reconciliation efforts from the Unity Party-led government, particularly the absence of engagement with Benoni Urey, despite public calls for national unity.

“Campaign is over, we must move on,” she declared, signaling her intention to realign politically and begin preparations toward the 2029 elections.

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