Day: March 16, 2023

UL Suspends Political Activities On Campus

—– Vows Unspecified Actions for Violators IPNEWS: Authorities of the University of Liberia have suspended with immediate effect all political activities on the various campuses of the University of Liberia. According to a special statement by professor Dr. Julius Julukon Sarwolo Nelson, Jr., President of the University of Liberia, the suspension comes following Monday’s violent …

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“Media Have Incredible Role to Shape Public Opinion, Disseminate Correct Information” –UN Women Country Rep. Lamptey

IPNEWS-Monrovia: At a panel discussion held today, March 16, 2023 on the ‘Role of media in promoter gender responsible reporting during elections in the digital age,’ the UN Women Country Representative, Ms. Comfort Lamptey highlighted the important the media have play to shape and set the agenda for inclusivity and gender equality on the political …

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BMMC WORKERS UNION WARNS

IPNEWS: Workers Union of Bea Mountain Mining Company (BMMC) Union has warned individuals who it is planning to join forces with other groups to protest next week. A statement issued early Thursday said. “Our attention has been drawn to a leaked audio and a Facebook post from Elijah Boimah, a journalist from D1 radio station, …

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Police Commends Justice Scott for Cooperating with Its Investigating Team

IPNEWS-Monrovia: The Liberia National Police (LNP) has commended former Chief Justice, Cllr Gloria Musu Scott for cooperating with the police investigating team following a brutal armed attacked that led to the death of her daughter, Charloe Musu after being stabbed by the unknown intruder. Deputy Inspector General of Police for Crime Services, Prince Mulbah said …

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Three County Superintendents Join Pres. Weah’s Re-election Crusade

Few months to the holding of the much-anticipated Legislative and Presidential elections in Liberia, three county Superintendents from western region in Liberia are urging Liberians to consider the re-election of President George Weah  to enable him continue or complete his ongoing developmental programs throughout the country. Mr. Jumah E.S Goll, acting Superintendent of Bomi, J. …

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NEC Urged Liberians to Partake in Voters’ Registration Process

IPNEWS-Monrovia: The Chairperson of the National Elections Commission (NEC) Davidetta Brown Lansanah has called on Liberians who have attained the age of 18 years and above to turn out and register during the voters’ registration exercise. Speaking over the weekend at the James M. Fromoyan conference Hall during a bi-weekly update on the briefing of the pending …

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Cllr. Kuku Y. Dorbor Challenges Parents to Invest in Liberia’s Future Generation

—As William Booth Primary School Honors Several Students For High Academic Performances IPNEWS: On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, The Salvation Army William Booth Primary School Compound was the scene of jubilations from parents, guardians, Teachers and Students during a well-organized program by the Administration of the school for students who exceptionally performed during the first …

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EPA, Yale University Enter Pact For Development of Species Observation System for Biodiversity

IPNEWS: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia and the Yale Center for Biodiversity and Global Change, Yale University have entered a three-year renewable pact for the development of a national species observation and planning system for biodiversity conservation in Liberia. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on 12, February 2023, by Prof. Wilson …

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DG Glassco Lauds Gov’t Support to Local Fishing Communities

—Launches Task Force to Tackle ‘Illegal Fishing.’ IPNEWS: The Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority, (NaFAA) says the Congress for Democratic Change, (CDC)- led government is significantly impacting the fisheries sector since 2018 through the donations of free fishing implements. Madam Emma Meiteh Glasssco said the Weah led government through NaFAA has …

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President Weah Vetoes Progressive New Elections Law

IPNEWS-Monrovia: President George Weah has vetoed several legislative amendments to the country’s electoral law, saying the amendments were in conflict with already existing constitutional provisions, and other laws. The 54 legislature amendments sought to make 30% gender representation mandatory, and give Diaspora Liberians voting rights among other progressive ideas. The law would have empowered the National …

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