Author: Jesefu Morris Keita
By: Atty. Martin Wleh PennieI enrolled at St. Mary’s Catholic High School in the mid -eighties. Some exciting moments we had as kids were when she visited our school and passed from one class to another to greet us.During her visit, she would introduce herself and have few minutes’ discussion with us. Though the time was short but her proficiency in the English language was well admired and brought some excitement.Since I left St. Mary’s Catholic School, there wasn’t an opportunity for me to interact with her anymore. However, destiny, time and preparation provided me an opportunity recently when the…
Nigerian literary icon and Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has stated that he is prepared for his death, reflecting on his life’s journey and legacy in a recent interview.Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka has disclosed that he has made arrangements for his eventual passing, although he still intends to take a vacation.During an interview with CNN, the 90-year-old playwright, essayist, and poet shared reflections on his life, artistic journey, and future. Soyinka provided insight into how he uniquely celebrates his birthdays by often retreating into nature.Soyinka mentioned, “Typically, on my birthdays, I retreat into the forest. Solitude brings me great joy.” He…
A local nongovernmental organization is recommending series of proposed agriculture related policy actions to national government in its drive to promote the concept of ‘Liberia feed yourself.’Liberia Feed Yourself Agriculture Initiative-Incorporated says in order for the people of Liberia to adequately address the issue of food insecurity, the administration of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, should declare ‘Agriculture as a national security threat’. According to the Chief Executive Officer and founder of the organization-Mr. James Kollie Galakpai, Agriculture is the primary livelihood for more than 60% of Liberia’s Population and provides sustenance for many households engaging in cultivating varieties of crops.…
What started as a kind of public gossips cum outcry has now manifested into reality with information the Rural Reporters News Network, that Commerce Minister Amin Modad has resigned from the ruling Unity Party led Rescue Mission administration of His Excellency Joseph Boakai administration.According to information available to Rural Reporters News Network, Hon. Amin Modad resignation stemmed from his controversial purchase of a luxury SUV that reportedly cost 90,000 USD.Meanwhile, Spoon FM/TV early Wednesday morning reported from the Commerce Ministry that,Minister Modad bids farewell to his staff and thereafter, tendered in his resignation amid on going public outcry cum condemnation…
From nuclear facilities to oil refineries, all options are on the table as Israel is expected to launch a retaliatory attack on strategic Iranian assets.Palestinian youths inspect a fallen projectile after Iran launched a barrage of missiles at Israel in response to the killings of Lebanese Hezbollah leader Nasrallah and other Iran-backed militants, in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank on October 1, 2024. – Reports said Iran fired between 150 and 200 missiles in the attack, the country’s second on Israel after a missile and drone attack in April in response to a deadly Israeli air strike on the…
The senate ad-hoc committee appointed by Pro-tempore and tasked with reviewing the MedTech consultancy with the government has disclosed the completion of its work.Taking to his official Facebook page in making the pronouncement on Saturday ,Gbarpolu County senator Amara Mohammed Konneh disclosed that that the Ad-hoc Committee, appointed by the Pro Tempore of the Liberian Senate, has completed a comprehensive investigation of the Destination Inspections Contract between the Government of Liberia and MedTech Scientific Limited. Having already submitted its findings to the plenary on September 19, 2024 the Gbarpolu Senator said the investigation was intended to ensure that all procurement and…
