The Lofa Eye

24/05/2025

As you celebrate your birthday 🎂🎉, the management and staff of Lofa Eye Newspaper extend sincere heartfelt happy birthday to you and may the Lord Almighty grant you long life, in good health and happiness as you continue to serve our people of District #1, Lofa County and Liberia at large.

20/05/2025

20/05/2025

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, edition of Lofa Eye Newspaper

20/05/2025

OFFICE OF HONORABLE AUGUSTIN B. CHIEWOLO
Representative, District Five – Lofa County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: May 18, 2025

PRESS RELEASE

REP. CHIEWOLO CONDEMNS DISAPPEARANCE OF 3-YEAR-OLD BOY FROM KONIA TOWN

The Office of Honorable Augustin B. Chiewolo, Representative of District Five, Lofa County, strongly condemns the deeply disturbing and heartbreaking disappearance of little Feggeh Agray, a 3-year-old boy who went missing under suspicious circumstances in Konia Town, Zorzor District, Lofa County.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through our community, and we stand in absolute solidarity with the grieving family during this unimaginable time. The people of District Five join together in outrage, sorrow, and an urgent call for justice.
Hon. Chiewolo has been in close contact with local authorities and community leaders and is demanding a full, immediate, and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s disappearance. Every effort must be made by the Liberia National Police, community watch teams, and security agencies to ensure that young Feggeh is found and safely reunited with his family, and that those responsible are swiftly brought to justice.
“As a father and as a servant of the people, I am devastated by this incident. We can not and must not tolerate any threat to the safety of our children. I call on all citizens of Zorzor & Salayea Districts and beyond to remain vigilant, cooperative with investigators, and united in our pursuit of justice for Feggeh Agray,” said Hon. Chiewolo.
He further urges religious leaders, traditional elders, and civil society organizations across Lofa County to amplify efforts aimed at protecting children and preventing such tragedies.
In honour of Feggeh and all children across Liberia, we renew our commitment to building safer communities where every child can grow up free from fear and harm.
Anyone with information that could assist in the investigation is urged to immediately contact the Liberia National Police or local community leaders.
Let us speak out. Let us act. Let us protect our children.
END
For Media Inquiries, Please Contact:
Office of Hon. Augustin B. Chiewolo
Representative, District Five – Lofa County
Phone: +231886557972
Email:[email protected]

07/05/2025

Some pertinent questions for Lofa County Superintendent:

Did you really see the tension and still proceeded to induct your Paramount Chief, Mr. Superintendent? Was there no way to calm the situation and later perform your induction ceremony? Did you not see any sign of trouble? Were you not also aware that you were in a strong hold of a political party that made you? Did you not know the history of CDC's coercetion of this old man for 4 years of their administration on allegation of being a supporter of your party? Did you also not know that maintaining this old man as Paramount Chief was a key driver to peace and reconciliation in Wanhsaa District? What is really your mission? What do you hope to achieve by rejecting such a wise, humble and intergrous elderly man with his only crime being supporting your rival political party that used intimidation tactics on local chiefs and elders?

By Paul Kanneh

06/05/2025

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, edition of the Lofa Eye Newspaper

03/05/2025

Lofa Eye Editorial:

Lofa Eye Celebrates 9 Years of Dedicated Service to Lofa County and Beyond

Voinjama, Lofa County – The Lofa Eye, the premier newspaper of Lofa County, proudly celebrates nine years of unwavering commitment to credible and community-centered journalism.

Established in May 2017, The Lofa Eye is registered and recognized under Law of the Republic of Liberia, and is published by the media institution the Lofa County Communication Network (LCCN), Inc. headquartered in Voinjama City. Over the past nine years, the paper has remained resilient amid numerous challenges, consistently delivering news that matters to the people of Lofa, Liberia, and the diaspora.

With reporters stationed in all eleven administrative districts of Lofa County and a support staff of seven based in Monrovia, the Lofa Eye has expanded its reach and impact. Its core mission is to educate and inform the public on key developments across various sectors—agriculture, health, education, governance, peacebuilding, and cultural preservation.

The Lofa Eye has particularly focused on monitoring the activities of county officials, especially members of the Legislature, and providing a platform for the promotion of peace, reconciliation, and community growth.

Like many media institutions in Liberia, The Lofa Eye grapples with financial constraints. The Liberian media landscape, heavily reliant on sales and lacking consistent advertising revenue, makes sustainability difficult—especially with the rise of digital platforms. Currently, 50% of the paper’s circulation is distributed freely within Lofa to ensure access to information and encourage readership.

Despite these financial hurdles, the management has continued to appeal to well-meaning citizens and partners for both financial and material support to help offset production and distribution costs.

Major Achievements: Among its most notable accomplishments are:

Amplifying local voices and raising civic awareness across the county.

Playing a pivotal role in promoting peace and reconciliation.

Contributing to the growing culture of reading among students.

Monitoring and reporting on public officials to ensure transparency.

Supporting the historic election of a President from Lofa County.

Looking Ahead: As The Lofa Eye embarks on its journey toward a decade of impactful journalism, the paper plans to expand its editorial focus to include development reporting, tourism, agriculture, education, health, human interest stories, sports, arts, and culture.

To achieve these goals, the management is calling on all Lofaians and supporters to assist—whether through financial contributions or logistical support—to sustain the paper’s mission and operations. The Lofa Eye remains a point of pride for Lofa County, being one of the few counties in Liberia with a consistently published newspaper on the newsstand.

Together, we can keep the eye on Lofa.

22/04/2025

Tuesday, April 22, 2025, edition of the Lofa Eye Newspaper