Liberia: CDC Calls for Investigation into Capitol Hill Fire, Condemns ‘Politically Motivated’ Arrest Order for Rep Foko

Monrovia – The Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) has alarmed over the recent fire incident at the Capitol Building, calling on the government to conduct a swift and impartial investigation. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected] In a statement …

Liberia's parliament building catches fire as anti-govt protests continue

The parliament building in Liberia caught fire Thursday and the country's president condemned the “wanton destruction,” even as no link was immediately confirmed to anti-government protests in the capital. The protests in the West African nation began …

Liberia: President Boakai Leads Gov’t In Signing Book of Condolence for Former Vice President John D. Gray

Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., Tuesday signed the Book of Condolence for the late former Vice President of Liberia, Deacon John D. Gray, at a solemn ceremony held in the Rotunda of the Capitol Building. The President and delegation were …

Costa Rica Travel Disrupted as Liberia Airport Shutdown Again

The Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia, Guanacaste, closed yesterday at 6 p.m. due to a lack of air traffic controllers. The unexpected closure impacted passengers as flights to and from Costa Rica were canceled, causing significant …

Liberia: Fire Engulfs Legislative Building Amid Leadership Dispute

Capitol Hill — Chaos erupted Wednesday morning as fire engulfed the Capitol Building, the seat of Liberia's Legislature. The blaze primarily affected the annex hosting the rotunda, joint chamber, and other offices, forcing staffers to evacuate as …

Liberia: ECOWAS Urges Restraint Amid Rising Tensions in Monrovia

Monrovia – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed deep concern over the escalating tension in Monrovia, condemning the violent clashes between police and protesters on Wednesday. By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, [email protected] In a …

Liberia’s parliament goes up in flames as anti-government protests escalate

World News | Liberia's Parliament Building Catches Fire as Anti-government Protests Enter Second Day

Monrovia (Liberia), Dec 18 (AP) Emergency services in Liberia were tackling a fire in the parliament building on Wednesday which broke out as opposition protests spilled into a second day. Authorities did not immediately confirm the cause of the fire in …

Liberia: Armed Men Surround Lawmaker’s Residence Following Police Invitation Over Capitol Building Fire Incident

Monrovia – The residence of Representative Frank Saah Foko (District #9, Montserrado County) has reportedly been barricaded by armed men following his invitation by the Liberian National Police (LNP) for questioning in connection to the fire incident that …

Liberia: ‘We Will Not Condone Hooliganism’ – President Boakai Condemns Capitol Building Fire Incident

Capitol Hill, Monrovia – President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has strongly condemned the fire incident that devastated parts of the Capitol Building, describing it as a serious threat to Liberia’s democracy and vowing that those responsible will be held …