By Peterking Quaye – Liberia’s justice system has come under serious criticism over the years as to how much it must Strengthen to meet the pressing needs of citizens. The System when implemented will aid government effort in securing lasting peace and proper justice and administration in Liberia . The Deputy UN envoy in Liberia for Rule of Law, Louis Aucoin has called on all actors of the criminal justice chain in Liberia to redouble their efforts to revamp the country’s justice system. Speaking at a ceremony in the Liberian central city of Gbarnga at which 120 members of the... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Tuesday, February 21st 2012 |
By Peterking Quaye – Liberia is yet to experience on a wide scale the beautiful art and fashion many talented youth in the creative industry. Although in recent time many event organizers have attempted to put together a show of this nature but did not match the expectation of many event goers. Liberia Fashion and Art Expo came off over the weekend in the colossal poolroom, of the Golden Gate Hotel adjacent the Samuel K. Doe Sports Complex) .The event showcased some of the latest fashion and arts from Liberian. Organizers Fanta Kamara and Chiquita Johnson said the event is... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, February 20th 2012 |
By Peterking Quaye – President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has named several persons to serve as Chairpersons and members of the Boards of several State-owned Enterprises (SOEs). Many of the nominees will be subject to confirmation by the Liberian Senate. A statement from the Executive Mansion quotes President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf as saying the nominations are aimed at targeting reforms that are crucial to delivering Liberia’ highest priorities including the improvement of the welfare and development of the people. Among public entities whose board members and chairpersons have been named are Liberia Maritime Authority (LMA), Liberia Petroleum Refining Corporation (LPRC), and... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, February 20th 2012 |
By Peterking Quaye – Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC) has announced the importation of a second oil grant to Liberia by the government and people of Japan. This was contained in a statement signed by LPRC Board of Directors, the statement further says that Japan had already written to authorities at the Ministry of Commerce informing government of the grant, The Board of Directors, the highest decision-making body of the company further disclosed that the grant is expected to arrive in Liberia this year. At the time of purchase, the board said, the US$13 million allocated by the Japanese government... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Monday, February 20th 2012 |
By: WASH R&E Network – The Annual General Assembly of the West Africa Water and Sanitation Journalists Network (WASH-JN) for 2012 is been held in the Liberian Capital, Monrovia. The Annual Assembly brings together about 20 media practitioners from the West African Sub-region and partners from other parts of the world. The 13 Countries include Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo, including partners from WaterAid and the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC). The 5-day event which runs from Monday-Friday, February 13-17, 2012 is part of a constitutional... Continue Reading
Publish Date: Thursday, February 16th 2012 |
