Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Jangar Boimah Johnson I Bong County Correspondent Gbarnga City, Bong County—Monday, October 27, 2025—The regional commander for Traffic at the Liberia National Police responsible for Bong, Lofa and Nimba Counties has alarmed over the increase in accident cases within the region. Speaking to Rural Reporters News Network in Bong County on Friday, October 24, Commander Aaron Jacob Vesselee narrated that the increased in accidents cases in Bong, Lofa and Nimba Counties have been due to over speeding and other kinds of negligence by some drivers while on duty. He added that unfortunately,this state of affairs have led to the…
By: D Abraham Cooper, Sr. I Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Zwedru City, Grand Gedeh County —Monday, October 27, 2025— A peculiar incident unfolded today at the Gate One Checkpoint in Zwedru, where a man dressed as a woman, reportedly a ‘Fula woman’, was apprehended after refusing to comply with authorities for an inspection. The individual was attempting to travel from Maryland to Monrovia. Initially presenting as a woman, the suspect’s refusal to undergo the standard inspection raised immediate suspicion among officers. A subsequent investigation led to the revelation of the individual’s true identity. Authorities called in a female officer from…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia, Monday, October 27, 2025- The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) is set to unveil two significant regulations for public consultation, aimed at modernizing the country’s telecom ecosystem. The Licensing Authorization and IMEI Regulations are designed to address the evolving needs of consumers and investors, while also ensuring the sector’s growth and development. According to reports gathered, the LTA has been working diligently to fine-tune these regulations, taking into account the unique requirements of Liberia’s telecom industry. The move is seen as a crucial step towards creating a more conducive environment for telecom operators…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia-Monday, October 27, 2025- Liberia is gearing up to host a major international conference on road development and maintenance. The 22nd General Assembly of the African Road Maintenance Funds Association (ARMFA) according to the National Road Fund of Liberia will take place in Liberia from November 17-21, 2025. The event is expected to attract top officials from road fund administrations across Africa, including Chief Executive Officers from Namibia, Mozambique, and Kenya. Some confirmed attendees include Ali Ipinge, Namibia Road Fund Administration (RFA), Ângelo Macuácua, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Mozambique…
By: J. Mason Kollie and Peter Kollie I Lofa County Correspondents Voinjama City, Lofa County~Monday, October 27, 2025~ The founder and Chief Executive Officer, James Papy Kwabo of the Alternative Youth Radio based in Zorzor District on Saturday, October 25,2025 donated 25 brand new pairs of football boots to the District #5 football team currently participating in the Electoral District league taking place in the County’s capital of Voinjama city. James Papy Kwabo’s donation comes at the time when it is most needed as Zorzor District #5 is one of the districts currently partaking in the widely embraced District League.…
By: D Abraham Cooper Sr I Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County — Sunday, October 25,2025—The Commander of the Grand Gedeh detachment of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), Colonel Robson Boakai, held a high-stakes, closed-door meeting with his officers this week, immediately following a massive raid against illegal drug traffickers in Zwedru. Commander Boakai Demands Professionalism and Zero Tolerance Addressing his ranks, Colonel Boakai commended his men for the recent operation but swiftly transitioned to a demand for unwavering professionalism and a reinforced commitment to the drug war. The Commander vowed to create no “closed intimacy” with…
By: D Abraham Cooper I Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Monrovia, Liberia —Sunday, October 26, 2025—The Grand Gedeh University Students Union (GGUSU) has declared a mass peaceful protest demanding the immediate dismissal of Grand Gedeh County Superintendent Alex Chersia Grant. The student body, announcing their “Grant Must Go” campaign, plans to march in Monrovia on Monday, November 3, 2025, to petition President Joseph Nyumah Boakai for prompt action. Allegations of Poor Governance and Abuse of Power In a strongly worded press release issued on Friday, GGUSU accused Superintendent Grant of “poor governance, abuse of power, and betrayal of public trust.” The…
By: J. Mason Kollie & Peter Kollie I Lofa County Correspondents Voinjama City —Sunday, October 26, 2025— On Friday October 24, 2025, Hundreds of Lofaians took on different media platforms including social media to express their happiness and passion for the love of sporting activities; particularly during the official opening of just launched District League. The District League has been developed as a form of preparatory stage ahead of the formal commencement of the National County Sports Meet. According to information released by the organizers, the five administrative districts have been pitted against each other to trash it out…
By: J. Mason Kollie & Peter Kollie | Lofa County News | October 25, 2025 Voinjama City, Lofa County —Sunday, October 26, 2025—District #5 from Zorzor City registered their first win in the ongoing Lofa County Electoral District League with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over District #3 of Kolahun District on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Voinjama Sports Pitch. The encounter, which marked Day Two of the tournament, saw District #5 dominate early proceedings. In the 9th minute, defender T. Edward, wearing jersey #5, broke the deadlock with a powerful strike that beat the goalkeeper to give his side…
By: Ben T.C. Brooks I River Gee County Contributing Reporter Harper, Maryland County |Friday, Oct. 24, 2025 | The administration of the William V.S. Tubman University – TU has urged students to refrain from engaging in campus protests, instead adopt peaceful dialogue as a more productive means of resolving grievances. The call was made on Wednesday, October 22, during the 13th Inaugural Ceremony of the William V.S. Tubman University Student Government Association – TUSGA, held at the Harper City Hall in Maryland County. Delivering keynote remarks at the well-attended event, Dr. Olu Q. Menjay, President and CEO of Tubman University,…
