Author: Kerkula Blama

A major courtroom twist as Criminal Court “C” dismisses the indictment against former NOCAL CEO Rustolyn Suacoco Dennis and co-defendant Richman Jallah, citing prolonged delays by prosecutors. The ruling raises serious concerns about due process and prosecutorial accountability, while leaving the door open for the case to return.

Guinea has announced the withdrawal of its troops from the Liberia and Sierra Leone borders following a landmark Mano River Union agreement reached in Conakry. The move, set to begin March 17, signals a major step toward easing tensions, as regional leaders commit to resolving border disputes through diplomacy and strengthening peace and cooperation across the region.

Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone have agreed to pursue a peaceful, diplomatic resolution to ongoing border tensions following high-level talks in Conakry. The three presidents committed to dialogue over force, strengthened security cooperation, and pledged joint efforts to maintain stability and boost economic activities across their shared borders.

Margibi County authorities have confiscated more than 1,000 gallons of gasoline after discovering that several sellers in Kakata and Weala were charging above the government-approved price of LD$910 per gallon. Superintendent O Jay Godfavor Morris Jr. says violators will face the full weight of the law as the county moves to protect commuters and motorists from rising fuel costs.

Liberia National Police conducts autopsy on Toni Jackson as lawyers call for delay over short notice and pathologist credentials.

Lawyers representing Samuel Jackson have asked the Liberia National Police to postpone the planned autopsy of his late wife, Ntombi Toni Khumalo, citing late notice and the need to secure an independent pathologist to observe the procedure. The request comes as the police investigation into her death continues.

Serious allegations have emerged from Margibi County after a police commander assigned to WOHN in Gibi District #5 was accused of raping a seven-month pregnant woman while she was in detention. The officer has reportedly been taken into custody as the Liberia National Police launches an investigation into the disturbing claim.

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has departed Liberia for Conakry, Guinea, where he will join the leaders of Guinea and Sierra Leone in high-level talks aimed at easing the growing tensions along the Liberia–Guinea border in Lofa County. The meeting is expected to focus on diplomatic solutions and strengthening regional cooperation to prevent further escalation.

Guinea is showing force along the Liberia–Guinea border. President Mamady Doumbouya has deployed troops, armored units, artillery, and a helicopter to the disputed area near Lofa County, vowing that Guinea will not surrender “a single piece of land inherited from our ancestors.”

Liberians are debating Article 97 of the 1986 Constitution after claims surfaced that it may shield PRC-era actors from accountability. The discussion intensified following Samuel Jackson’s alleged on-camera confession in the disappearance of A.V. Sirleaf, raising questions about justice, historical impunity, and the limits of constitutional protection.