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30/06/2025

Update!

“ArcelorMittal Liberia to Appear for Joint House Hearing on Concession Compliance

ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) will appear before the Joint Committee on Investment and Concessions of the Honorable House of Representatives on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. for a formal concession compliance hearing.

The hearing session, scheduled to take place in the 1st Floor Conference Room of the House, follows an official communication from the House among other things, requesting AML to present a comprehensive financial report covering its operations in Liberia over the past five years.

The hearing, organized in close collaboration with the Committees on Lands Mines Energy Natural Resources and Environment, and Labor, will focus on AML’s compliance with its Mineral Development Agreement (MDA).

AML has also been requested to submit all relevant documentation in support of its presentation before or on the day of the hearing.

The engagement comes amid growing public and legislative interest in ensuring transparency, accountability, and equitable benefit-sharing in concession operations across the country.”

Source: House of Representatives

30/06/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRESIDENT BOAKAI NOMINATES ASSOCIATE JUSTICE YAMIE QUIQUI GBEISAY AS CHIEF JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT

June 30, 2025

Executive Mansion, Monrovia– Present Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has nominated Associate Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia, pending confirmation by the Liberian Senate.

The nomination was made in accordance with Article 54(c) of the 1986 Constitution of Liberia, which grants the President the authority to appoint the Chief Justice, Associate Justices, and Judges of Subordinate Courts. Additionally, the nomination aligns with Article 72(b) of the Constitution, which mandates retirement of Justices upon reaching the age of seventy.

In a letter addressed to Senator Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, President Pro-Tempore of the Liberian Senate, President Boakai described Justice Gbeisay as a “distinguished jurist [who] has demonstrated exemplary integrity, profound legal acumen, and commitment to upholding the rule of law and the Constitution.”

President Boakai called on the Honorable Liberian Senate to “expeditiously consider and confirm this nomination.”

Justice Gbeisay’s appointment, if confirmed, will mark a continuation of his longstanding judicial service and dedication to the Liberian legal system.

29/06/2025

Standing on the promises of God .. The expected is about to happen.

29/06/2025

I heard that President Boakia administration has decided to rebury all the past dead presidents of Liberia 🤭🤭🤭

29/06/2025

What are the rules of government in investigating those who were sanctioned by US government because of corruption??

29/06/2025

President Boakai will, this afternoon, take time off to visit and sit with members of the late President William R. Tolbert, Jr. Family in Paynesville.

27/06/2025

Senator Nathaniel McGill
Chairman, CDC Legislative Caucus

“As a politician and Chairman of the CDC Legislative Caucus, let me issue a caveat: it would be a grave mistake for anyone to attack the former First Lady without a valid reason because such a reason does not exist.

If you believe you have a reason to raise issues, then you must also be prepared to take responsibility for your claims.

I want to say ‘Thank you’ to Madam Clar Weah. If no one else wants to say it, I will.

We respect people, but we are not afraid.

Madam Weah, I commend you for the incredible work you’re doing. When I arrived here, I saw underprivileged children and asked the former President if these children were attending school free of charge. He said yes. That touched me.

Thank you, Madam Former First Lady, for giving hope and inspiration to our children.

Sometimes, when I hear people downplaying or failing to appreciate your efforts, I wonder whether Liberians truly love this country. I want to encourage you to continue.

When I was Minister of State, I recall a decision you made madam Former First Lady that I now want to publicly acknowledge. You said not a single cent of government money would be used for this project and today, we see the wisdom behind that decision.
But some of our so-called young politicians, instead of thanking you, choose to criticize.

Quote me: McGill says even if I’m CDC—that there is no government money in this project. If you think otherwise, bring the evidence. That’s your business.”

Representative Musa Bility
District #7, Nimba County

“Liberia is 178 years old. I am over 55 and in all that time, I have never seen any First Lady make the kind of mark you have, Madam Clar Marie Weah. This achievement is unmatched in our nation’s history.

I’ve always admired you, but today that admiration has tripled. You have used your energy and time to transform the lives of children in this country.

We thank you.

Today, I officially announce our partnership with the Clar Hope Foundation. On Monday, you will receive a brand-new pickup vehicle. It is ready, complete with tax documents, and can be collected from Africa Motors.

To those who criticize, let me say this clearly: you have zero reason to question what Madam Weah is doing for these children.

Sadly, our country seems designed to tear down good people. I am living proof. I have never benefited from anyone. I’ve worked hard. Yet, those who now lead this country spent six years trying to destroy my reputation.

But now, I finally have a chance to work even as they are in power.

Madam Former First Lady, close your ears to the noise. Keep doing what you are doing for the children.

Mr. President, thank you for marrying a good woman.”

27/06/2025

Do you think George Weah can be arrested in Liberia??

Hon. Lyee K. Bility are you still eying District  #4 Montserrado seat comes 2029??
27/06/2025

Hon. Lyee K. Bility are you still eying District #4 Montserrado seat comes 2029??

27/06/2025

What’s the capacity of South Beach?

27/06/2025

Every week JNB will arrest two former officials and suspend two current officials

27/06/2025

The biggest arrest is on the way

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