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08/16/2025

Birthday Wishes!

Metro Media’s management warmly extends birthday greetings to NPA Managing Director, Sekou Hussein Dukuly . We pray that the Almighty Allah blesses you abundantly with long life, good health, and wisdom in your leadership journey.

Wishing you a safe and joyful celebration!

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08/15/2025

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President Boakai Signs Liberia National Tourism Act and Appoints Board Members

August 15, 2025

Executive Mansion, Monrovia:-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has officially signed into law the 2025 Liberia National Tourism Act, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to develop tourism as a major driver of economic growth and employment.

The Act establishes the Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA) as the principal government agency responsible for promoting, encouraging, and regulating tourism in Liberia.

The Act, an amendment to Title 30 of the Public Authorities Law of the Liberian Codes of Law Revised, outlines the Authority’s mandate to:
• Foster tourism development as a key socioeconomic activity;
• Generate foreign currency and employment opportunities;
• Spread the benefits of tourism across both the public and private sectors;
• Serve as the regulatory agency for tourism in Liberia.

In accordance with Chapter 5, Section 5.1 of the Act, the President has appointed the following initial statutory and presidential board members to guide the transition and formal establishment of the Authority:

Board Members of the Liberia National Tourism Authority:
1. The Minister of Foreign Affairs – Statutory Member (or Deputy Minister as proxy)
2. The Minister of Justice – Statutory Member (or Deputy Minister as proxy)
3. The Minister of Internal Affairs – Statutory Member (or Deputy Minister as proxy)
4. Representative of the Liberia Chamber of Commerce – Statutory Member
5. The Minister of Information – Presidential Option Member
6. Mr. Christopher Hayes Onanuga – Presidential Special Envoy on Tourism

President Boakai emphasized that the establishment of the LNTA reflects the Government’s commitment to harnessing Liberia’s rich cultural and natural heritage to attract international tourists, stimulate local business growth, and create sustainable employment opportunities.

The Liberia National Tourism Authority will immediately begin its work to implement programs that promote Liberia as a competitive and vibrant tourism destination, while coordinating with stakeholders in both government and private sectors.

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August 15, 2025

President Boakai to Lead High-Level Delegation to TICAD-9 and Expo 2025 in Japan

Executive Mansion, Monrovia:-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., will depart the country on Saturday, August 16, 2025, to attend the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9), scheduled for August 16–23, 2025, in Yokohama, Japan, and Expo 2025 in Osaka, also in Japan.

TICAD is a premier forum co-organized by the Government of Japan, the United Nations, the World Bank, and the African Union Commission to foster high-level policy dialogue on African development, trade, investment, and global partnership.

While in Japan, President Boakai will also engage in strategic meetings at Expo 2025 to showcase Liberia’s development vision and explore bilateral and multilateral cooperation opportunities.

The President will be accompanied by a high-level Delegation comprising senior government officials, lawmakers, ambassadors, and business leaders including :
1. Hon. Sara Beysolow Nyanti – Minister of Foreign Affairs
2. Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan – Minister of Finance and Development Planning
3. Hon. Magdalene Ellen Dagoseh – Minister of Commerce and Industry
4. Hon. Wilmot J.M. Paye – Minister of Mines and Energy
5. Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah – Minister of Agriculture
6. Jerolinmek Matthew Piah – Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism
7. Hon. Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah – Minister of Education
8. Hon. Dr. Louise M. Kpoto – Minister of Health
9. Hon. Gbeme Horace Kollie – Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection
10. Hon. Abraham Darius Dillon – Senator and Chairman, Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs
11. Hon. Nehker E. Gaye – Representative and Chairman, House Committee on Foreign Affairs
12. Hon. Samuel A. Stevquoah – Minister of State Without Portfolio/Special Services
13. Hon. Jeff B. Blibo – Chairman, National Investment Commission
14. Hon. Morley Paul Kamara – Senior Economic Advisor to the President
15. Hon. Sekou A.M. Dukuly – Managing Director, National Port Authority
16. Amb. Mohammed Maladho Bah – Presidential Special Envoy on Investment
17. Amb. Christopher Hayes Onanuga – Presidential Special Envoy on Tourism
18. Amb. Edward Wade Appleton, Jr. – Ambassador of Liberia to Japan
19. Dr. Ibrahim A. Nyei – Deputy Minister for International Cooperation and Economic Integration, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
20. Charlyne A. Taylor – Assistant Minister for Afro-Asian Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
21. Madam Saran Kaba Jones – Assistant Minister/Chief of Office Staff, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
22. Hon. George Thomas Marshall, Jr. – Assistant Minister for Special Services, Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs
23. Mr. James Morzart Strother – President, Liberia Business Association

In addition, the President will travel with his Communications, Protocol, Security, and Attendant teams to provide full logistical, media, and operational support during the mission.

While away, Cllr. Natu Oswald Tweh, Sr., Minister of Justice, will chair Cabinet in consultation with Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung and the President via telephone.

The Delegation’s participation in TICAD-9 and Expo 2025 is expected to strengthen Liberia’s international partnerships, attract investment, and advance the country’s development agenda.

The President and his delegation will return to Monrovia immediately after the engagements.

08/15/2025

Emmanuel Shour who is a staunch supporter of Hon. Emmanuel Dahn writes ✍️✍️ 👇

To Honorable Emmanuel Dahn

I write to you not as an enemy, but as a loyal friend and supporter whose life has been intertwined with your political journey for many years. In 2017, when you reached out asking for my opinion about contesting for the District 7 seat, I gave you my full support because I believed in you as a friend and a man of integrity. That was the beginning of our shared political journey.

Together, we entered the political process. We faced losses, but we kept going because I believed in your vision. After the election, I joined your media initiative, Excellent Communications Incorporated, Joy FM/TV, working for a modest salary, believing that one day your victory would bring improvement not only to the district but also to the lives of those who stood with you from the start.

Then came the 2023 elections. We won, thanks to the tireless efforts of many who had supported you since 2017. Yet, when your office staff was named, my name and the names of so many who sacrificed alongside us was not included. I felt disappointed, but I waited, believing you had plans for me. One year and six months have passed, and nothing has changed. I am still without employment, while colleagues who joined later have been rewarded.

Hon. Dahn, leadership is measured not just by victories, but by how you treat those who helped you achieve them. Integrity is not only shown in speeches but in the loyalty and welfare of those who walked with you through the hardest paths.

Even within your office, I understand that some staff are unhappy. I strongly recommend a reconciliation meeting for the entire team, those who supported you in 2017 and 2023. There are backbiters around you, and their influence could be dangerous if left unchecked. Please, take my advice, address the situation, and protect yourself and the team sooner rather than later.

Do not forget the sacrifices of those who have stood by you from the beginning. Reward loyalty, honor commitments, and let your leadership reflect the very values you have long stood for. I'll Stop here for now.

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08/15/2025

Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation Denounces Misrepresentation of the Doe Family and Reaffirms Commitment to National Unity.

Monrovia, Liberia — The Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation, representing 18 of the surviving biological children of the late President Samuel Kanyon Doe, is compelled to address and correct
recent public statements made by a small minority of siblings from another branch of the family.

These individuals have wrongfully claimed to speak for “The Doe Family” while issuing threats and political ultimatums to His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. Such statements are reckless, unrepresentative, and damaging to the dignity of our father’s legacy.

They do not speak for the majority of President Doe’s children, and they hold no authority to represent the Doe lineage in any official capacity.

The Foundation was established precisely because of repeated public misrepresentation and the erosion of respect for our father’s name caused by these actions.

We stand as the legitimate and united voice of the majority — committed to preserving his legacy through service, charity, and a constructive relationship with the people and Government of Liberia.

President Doe led with courage and a vision for Liberia’s progress. It is not in keeping with his values to engage in public threats, disparage national leadership, or seek personal gain through intimidation. The Samuel K. Doe Legacy
Foundation categorically disassociates itself from such behavior.

We take this opportunity to affirm our full and unwavering support for President Boakai’s leadershipand his administration’s goals of peace, reconciliation, and development. Our mission is to give back toLiberia — not to perpetuate division or tarnish the nation’s image before the international community.

We call on the media, the Liberian public, and the international community to distinguish clearly between isolated personal grievances and the united, forward-looking agenda of the Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation. Any statement not issued directly by this Foundation should not be regarded as the official position of President Doe’s children.

"Our father’s name is not a weapon for personal gain — it is a legacy to be honored through unity, service, and respect for the nation he led." — Kuly T. Kimba, Founding Member & Spokesperson, Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation.

About the Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation: Formed by the majority of the late president’s children, the Foundation is dedicated to initiatives in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and
humanitarian aid — all aimed at uplifting communities across Liberia in honor of President Doe’s enduring legacy.

Signatories – Founding Members of the Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation:
Kuly T. Kimba
Ruth King
Kannie Doe
Fifi Doe
Mengistu Doe
Celue Doe-Addo
Neesee Boulden
Tdisho Pendleton
Ceo Kimba
Steve Kimba
Graydon Francis
Basio Doe
Tiah Knox-Doe
Mercia DoeLemuel Doe
Sharon Doe
Matthew Doe
Carica Laye Doe

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08/15/2025

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Barkue Tubman Zawolo, Founder and CEO of MBL International Group and Power WalkHer Global, as well as Chief Community Officer for Essence Ventures, as Special Envoy for National Branding and Cultural Diplomacy.

This prestigious appointment, made by Liberia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, reflects the Ministry's commitment to strengthening Liberia's global image, celebrating its rich cultural heritage, and forging international partnerships that align with the country's strategic national branding objectives.

Mrs. Tubman Zawolo brings over 20 years of experience in global brand strategy, cultural positioning, and cross-border market development through her leadership of MBL International Group, a premier cultural diplomacy and experiential production agency. Her client portfolio includes Fortune 500 companies, government entities, and high-profile individuals across Africa, the Caribbean, and the United States.

In her new role, Mrs. Tubman Zawolo will be tasked with leading and supporting initiatives that position Liberia as a vibrant and dynamic nation on the world stage. She will utilize her expertise in cultural positioning, strategic partnerships, and international relationship building to advance Liberia's global narrative through strategic storytelling, cultural diplomacy, and international collaborations.

Foreign Minister Nyanti expressed confidence in Mrs. Tubman Zawolo's ability to excel in the role, noting her extensive experience in fostering cross-cultural relationships and promoting African heritage globally. "Mrs. Zawolo's passion for Liberia's cultural identity and her proven track record in cultural strategy and brand leadership will be invaluable as we work to elevate Liberia's presence globally," Foreign Minister Nyanti stated.

The position is voluntary and does not include a salary, benefits, or other compensation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Government of Liberia. However, it carries diplomatic privileges, which Mrs. Tubman Zawolo is expected to safeguard and uphold with the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and national pride.

As Special Envoy, Mrs. Tubman Zawolo will report directly to the Minister of Foreign Affairs to implement Liberia's cultural diplomacy agenda.

08/15/2025

LDEA Margibi County Detachment Arrests 42-Year-Old Nigerian for Narcotics Possession

At approximately 1:00 PM, officers of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) – Margibi County Detachment – acted on a credible tip-off and apprehended a Nigerian national in possession of illegal narcotics.

The suspect, identified as Chikwado Dodo Ajuziem, age 42, was intercepted in the Schiefflin Town community while operating a white Nissan Camry, bearing plate number A348.

Upon a thorough search of the vehicle, officers discovered a white powdered substance suspected to be co***ne. The substance was field-tested and later confirmed to be 11 grams of co***ne, with an estimated street value of [insert street value here], equivalent to LRD 112,860.

Following the investigation, Mr. Ajuziem was formally charged and subsequently transferred to the RIA Magisterial Court for prosecution. He faces charges related to illegal possession of narcotics, a violation of Liberian drug laws, as well as possession of a vehicle used in the commission of a drug offence.

The LDEA encourages the public to report drug-related activities via hotline: 0777-133-333.

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08/15/2025

update!

On August 14, 2025, the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) in B**g Mines arrested 18-year-old Joe Kamara in Gbarnga City for possessing 65 Tramadol pills and 14 grams of Kush. He was charged with illegal possession of narcotics and sent to the Gbarnga Magisterial Court. The LDEA urges the public to report drug-related activities through its hotline (0777-133-333).

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08/15/2025

The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency-Ldea Deputy Director for Administration, Gwee K. Porkpah, clarified that recent media reports misrepresented his comments on the agency’s anti-drug efforts. He stressed that his remarks were not a criticism of the current administration but an acknowledgment of systemic issues inherited from previous years, particularly between 2018 and 2023, when political interference hindered the LDEA’s mandate.

Porkpah highlighted that under President Boakai, the LDEA is undergoing reforms—enhancing training, resources, transparency, and community engagement—to better combat drug abuse and trafficking. He urged the media to avoid politicizing the fight against drugs, warning that misrepresentation undermines public trust and national efforts.

The release calls for unity among all Liberians, including the media, to address drug abuse as a national, non-political priority, and encourages citizens to report drug-related activities to the LDEA hotline 0777-133-333.

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08/15/2025

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is presently officiating the swearing-in of the newly appointed Chief Justice, as well as LTA Commissioners, including Patrick Honnah and others.

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08/15/2025

The Liberian Government has fully funded Dr. Augustine L. Kollie’s two-year Clinical Nephrology Fellowship at the University of Nairobi, Kenya, to boost national capacity in kidney disease care. A 2024 Internal Medicine graduate from the Liberia College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dr. Kollie will receive advanced training in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of renal illnesses.

Health officials praised his commitment and urged him to represent Liberia well, while he expressed gratitude for the opportunity. The Ministry of Health plans to continue sponsoring similar programs to strengthen the country’s healthcare system.

Courtesy of Ministry of Health, Republic of Liberia

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