Author: The Saharaa Staff

Monrovia, Liberia – In a move that has ignited widespread controversy and accusations of unequal justice, President Joseph Boakai of Liberia has reportedly intervened to secure the release of former Chief Justice Gloria Musu-Scott, who, along with three family members, was recently found guilty of murdering her niece, Charloe Musu. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from the public and legal minds, raising questions about the integrity of Liberia’s justice system under Boakai’s administration. Gloria Musu-Scott, a prominent supporter of President Boakai and his governing Unity Party (UP), was convicted by a competent court for her role in the tragic…

Capitol Hill, Liberia (The Saharaa) – In recent years, Amara Konneh, former Minister of Finance and Development Planning and now senator of Gbarpolu County, has faced mounting criticism for alleged financial mismanagement and lavish expenditures. As a key figure in the Unity Party government under President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Konneh has been accused of mismanaging US$13 million in Ebola funds, a scandal that has tarnished his political career. The allegations resurfaced amidst a public outcry over the dire state of Liberia’s healthcare system. The administrator of John F. Kennedy (JFK) Hospital recently appealed to the public, highlighting severe shortages in…

CAPITOL HILL, Monrovia (The Saharaa) – The fiscal year 2024 National Budget of Liberia is currently under review following allegations of unauthorized modifications. The House of Representatives has called upon the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning to address these claims. During a regular session on Thursday, Representative Clarence Gahr of District #5, Margibi County, alerted his colleagues about potential alterations in the approved national budget for fiscal year 2024 by the executive branch. He warned that this could set a dangerous precedent, leading to further violations and tampering with laws passed by the Legislature. In his communication to the…

Monrovia, Liberia (The Saharaa) – The silence of the majority opposition lawmakers, particularly those from the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), in the Liberian Senate raises alarming concerns. Their inaction is perceived as a tacit endorsement of the corruption and misgovernance under President Joseph Boakai’s administration. In recent months, President Boakai’s government has been marred by scandals and allegations of corruption. From the misappropriation of public funds, nepotism, neglect of the rule of law, and the dubious awarding of contracts, the administration’s actions have ignited public outcry and demands for accountability. However, the response from the CDC senators has been…

Capitol Hill, Monrovia – May 29, 2024 (The Saharaa) – In a controversial move, the Liberian Senate has pardoned Public Works Minister Roland Giddings and several high-ranking officials for their involvement in the improper and mismanagement of US$22.4 million in road contracts. The decision to excuse this serious breach of procurement protocol has sparked outrage and raised concerns about governance and accountability under President Joseph Boakai’s administration. The Senate’s plenary session, influenced by a recommendation from its Joint Committee on Public Works and Rural Development, Public Accounts and Judiciary, Human Rights, Claims, and Petitions, deemed the unauthorized contracts as an…

Monrovia, Liberia (The Saharaa) – In a troubling revelation that casts a shadow over the Boakai administration, conflicting statements from high-ranking officials have sparked concerns about transparency and governance. At the heart of the controversy is the acquisition of 258 earth-moving machines, a deal shrouded in confusion and potential impropriety. During a regular press briefing held by the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs, and Tourism (MICAT), Information Minister Jerolimek Piah attempted to clarify the situation, stating that no final decision had been made regarding the procurement of the equipment. According to Piah, the recent update provided by the Minister of…

Capitol Hill, Monrovia (The Saharaa) – Following Commerce Minister Amin Modad’s announcement that the Liberian government has agreed to importers’ demands to raise the price of rice, the House of Representatives has summoned the Ministers of Commerce and Agriculture to a full plenary session next Tuesday, May 28. The motion, introduced by Rep. Ellen Attoh Wreh (District #3, Margibi County) and amended, requires Minister Modad and Agriculture Minister Alexander Nuetah to explain the rationale behind the price hike and present sustainable solutions to the longstanding rice issue. This decision came after separate communications from Reps. Frank Saah Foko (District #9,…

Monrovia, Liberia (The Saharaa) – His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, has issued a Proclamation declaring Friday, May 17, 2024, as “World Telecommunication and Information Society Day.” This day is to be observed throughout the Republic as a Working Holiday. The Proclamation calls upon all Government ministries, agencies, business houses, national and international ICT organizations, as well as telecommunication companies and internet service providers, to collaborate with the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications in executing appropriate programs fitting for the occasion. World Telecommunication Day has been celebrated annually since May 17, 1969, to commemorate…

Monrovia, Liberia (The Saharaa) – The West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) has commenced nationwide today, as announced by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Liberia. In a firm stance to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout the examination process, the Ministry sternly warns against the imposition of unauthorized fees on students. Specifically, the Ministry prohibits charges related to project submissions, class dues, class parties, flexibility fees, camping fees, and any other extraneous fees not sanctioned for the administration of WASSCE and WAEC in Liberia. Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah, Minister of Education, extends her warmest regards to all…

Monrovia (The Saharaa) – The collaborative efforts between GiveDirectly-Liberia and Liberia’s Ministry of Health took a significant step forward as Mr. Joseph Yarsiah, the Country Director of GiveDirectly-Liberia, along with Madam Lamia Rashid, GiveDirectly Regional Director covering India, Bangladesh, Kenya, and Mozambique, and Mr. Swaliho Kamara, Senior Manager of GiveDirectly-Liberia paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Louise M. Kpoto, the Health Minister, at the Ministry of Health. The visit served as a platform for GiveDirectly to provide updates on their ongoinginitiatives in Liberia, with a particular focus on the health sector. Mr. Joseph Yarsiah, theCountry Director, emphasized the importance of…