Liberia

2024 - 12 - 20

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AFRICA/LIBERIA - Fire in the Parliament after weeks of tension ... (Agenzia Fides)

Monrovia (Agenzia Fides) - Yesterday, December 18, a fire broke out in the Parliament building in Monrovia. The flames, whose origin is currently unclear, ...

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Former President's Aide Freed in Liberia (VOA Africa)

Police say the protesters were arrested for breaking security lines. Among those released is Sekou Kalasco, former aide to former Liberian President George Weah ...

“Like Watching Liberia Being Set Ablaze Again” (Liberian Daily Observer)

“Even though he is known to be a very quiet and peaceful man, it would be a stain on President Boakai and his government if there is a loss of life from the ...

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Civil Society Platform troubled by fire at Capitol (The New Dawn Liberia)

Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy Platform of Liberia (CSO- HRAP) says it is deeply troubled by recent political events unfolding ...

Liberia: Senate Proposes $1.8m for Capitol Fire Repairs (AllAfrica.com)

The Senate's Committee on Ways, Means, Finance and Budget, chaired by Bong County Senator, Prince K. Moye has proposed an initial sum of US$1.8 million in ...

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Liberia: Capitol Building Fire Sparks Outrage: Police Investigate ... (Front Page Africa)

It was a rude awakening for the Liberian government as the Capitol Building, the seat of the Legislature, was engulfed in flames.

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Power Struggle and Fire at Liberia's Parliament Spark Police ... (Medafrica Times)

The speaker of Liberia's House of Representatives found himself questioned by law enforcement after a destructive blaze consumed the joint chambers of the ...

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Liberia: Foko Leaves Police Headquarters, Criticizes Government's ... (Front Page Africa)

Monrovia – Representative Frank Saah Foko of District #9, Montserrado County, on Thursday, December 19, walked out of the Liberia National Police (LNP) ...

Liberia: Civil Society Platform Troubled By Fire At Capitol (AllAfrica.com)

Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy Platform of Liberia (CSO- HRAP) says it is deeply troubled by recent political events unfolding in Liberia, ...

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We'll not compromise our duty (The New Dawn Liberia)

The Liberian government reassures its commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the country despite protests.

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Liberia: Senate Committee's $1.8 Million Proposal for Fire-Damaged ... (Front Page Africa)

The Capitol Building is the official seat of the National Legislature. It can be recalled that early Wednesday morning, Liberians woke up to news that fire ...

Liberia: Senate Proposes U.S.$1.8 Million for Capitol Building ... (AllAfrica.com)

The Senate said the US$1.8m is projected to finance the restoration of the Joint Chamber upon the passage of the budget.

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Jonathan Fonati Koffa: Liberian speaker denies part in parliament fire (BBC News)

The speaker of Liberia's House of Representatives has denied being involved in a huge fire at the West African nation's legislature.

Liberia: FAO's Fisheries Intervention Sparks Optimism in Liberian ... (AllAfrica.com)

In a transformative step toward revitalizing Liberia's fisheries sector, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) officially handed ...

14th ijtema of held by Majlis Ansarullah Liberia (Al Hakam)

The proceedings began with the flag-hoisting ceremony, followed by the opening session, presided over by Nasir Ahmad Kahloon Sahib, the missionary in ...

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Liberia: US$880M Budget Passed Amid Leadership Crisis in Liberia ... (Front Page Africa)

Monrovia—In the face of an ongoing leadership crisis at the 55th National Legislature, members of the Liberian Senate have unanimously concurred with their ...

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