Author: Kerkula Blama

The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) is warning the public: no customer should pay for utility poles, transformers, service wires, or any customer service support. Reports of illegal charges are emerging, and LEC is urging residents to speak up and report anyone demanding money.

Hundreds of retired Firestone workers say a 2023 campaign promise to fix their pension crisis remains unfulfilled. With benefits slashed, health coverage gone, and a court ruling still unenforced, the retirees are now urging President Joseph Boakai to step in, or face protests in Monrovia.

Two former LISGIS officials sentenced to 5 years each for misusing nearly $1.8M meant for Liberia’s 2021 census. They must also repay $97,000.

The Ministry of National Defense has warned the public about criminals impersonating Armed Forces of Liberia personnel to scam, intimidate, and defraud civilians. Authorities say soldiers will never ask for money or personal information, and offenders will be prosecuted.

The Ministry of Justice has ordered an immediate halt to all activities of the so-called “National Fula Security of Liberia,” warning that any unauthorized security operations or recruitment will face criminal and administrative sanctions. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities.

The Liberia National Police has clarified that it has no ties, no meetings, and no prior knowledge of the group seen in a viral video calling itself the “National Fula Security of Liberia,” urging the public to remain calm as the matter is reviewed.

Liberian Senate Security Committee Chair Momo Tarnuekollie Cyrus is calling for the immediate suspension of the outsourcing of vehicle registration and driver licensing, warning that the move poses serious national security, governance, and revenue risks.

The Office of the Fula Governor of Liberia has dismissed social media claims linking the National Fula Security of Liberia to militia or terrorist activity, describing them as false and misleading. The office says the group is a voluntary community service organization that works with the Liberia National Police to ensure safety around mosques, especially during Ramadan.

The Fula community has clarified that its private security training is a community watch initiative, not a militia. Leaders say the program is legally registered, coordinated with the Liberia National Police, and focused on protecting businesses and neighborhoods amid rising petty crime.

A Nigerian pastor has been remanded at Kakata Central Prison after being charged with statutory rape and related offenses involving a 17-year-old church member. The case, now before the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Margibi County, includes allegations of pregnancy and an illegal abortion.