—— Lawmaker supports the Demolition of BMMC facilities; Says because they hired armed men IPNEWS: In response to the ongoing protest at Bea Mountain Mining Company in Cape Mount, the Speaker of the Honorable House of Representatives, Cllr. Fonati Koffa has taken decisive action by establishing an Adhoc Intervention Committee. According to the House Press …
IPNEWS: New revelations are emerging how Jeremiah Koung, now Vice President of Liberia escaped jail sentence in neighboring Republic of Ghana, over suspected armed robbery. Recently Liberian Vice President, Jeremiah K. Koung, recently visited Ghana on a special mission—to express gratitude to a Ghanaian police officer, Emmanuel Ekow Addison (now retired), whose remarkable professionalism saved …
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IPNEWS: Recently, Africa Development Management Associates (ADMA) partnered with the Reporters Association of Liberia (RAL) to implement extractive sector training for approximately 70 Liberian journalists. The initiative, supported by ArcelorMittal (AML), is widely believed to further solidify the company’s position as a leader in the extractive sector. Reporters from five counties, namely Grand Bassa, Nimba, …
IPNEWS: In an effort to address key issues in the health sector, Liberia’s Minister of Health, Dr. Louise M. Kpoto, convened a courtesy meeting with the Chinese Ambassador at the Chinese Embassy in Congo Town, near Monrovia. Dr. Kpoto expressed heartfelt appreciation for China’s partnership and the continuous bilateral relationship between the two countries. “We …
By Austin S. Fallah – A Concerned Liberian Citizen In an era marked by heightened scrutiny and rapid judgment, the imperative of thorough due diligence in government appointments cannot be overstated. This scrutiny acts as a magnifying glass, scrutinizing the character and credibility of appointees, thereby ensuring the smooth functioning of governance. Amidst the unfolding …
IPNEWS: Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai has commissioned the first batch of cabinet ministers and heads of agencies recently confirmed by the Liberian Senate, as enshrined in Article 54 of the 1986 constitution. He tasked the newly confirmed Ministers and heads of agencies to deliver on campaign promises or step down. He urged them to perform …
IPNEWS: First Lady Kartumu Yarta Boakai continues her strategic engagements with key stakeholders aimed at fostering partnerships for addressing critical issues affecting marginalized groups, including women, girls, and children across the country, a press release from her office said on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. One of such engagements was held over the weekend when Mrs. …
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By: Samuel P. Jackson, Global Economic and Financial Consultant Ever wonder why foreigners in Liberia can fund large projects such as infrastructure, mining, agriculture, hotels and conduct trade finance seamlessly? They’ve created a parallel banking structure that includes money transfer, trade finance and gained access to the global financial system of credits and deferred payments. …
IPNEWS: In an unexpected political twist, Montserrado County Electoral District 10 Representative Yekeh Kolubah has teamed up with Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) legislator Frank Saah Foko to propose an impeachment bill against President Joseph Nyumah Boakai. This move comes shortly after Kolubah’s previous endorsement of Boakai’s presidential campaign, signaling a rapid shift in political …
IPNEWS: The Liberian Registry, the world’s largest shipping registry, has furthered its commitment to the international shipping community by creating an Innovation & Energy Transition Team focused on reaching net-zero GHG emissions. “We take great pride in launching our Innovation & Energy Transition Team. This initiative reflects our dedication to service excellence and developing innovative …
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