Author: Kerkula Blama

Reports from the Liberia Agriculture Company (LAC) in Wee Statutory District, Grand Bassa County says one of the company’s workers was grind to pieces by a rubber processing machine on August 20, 2021. The victim who has been identified as Emmanuel Joe, is believed to be in his middle 30s. Joe, was a Mechanic at LAC, he meet his untimely death between 11Pm to 12Am after he went to sort out the problem with the machine that is used to grind the raw rubber because it went off. Reports claim that While he was trying to find a solution, a…

The “King Solomon” of Liberian entertainment, Teddyride has officially release the full track list of his upcoming and most anticipated Extended Playlist (EP) tagged “King Solomon Vibes”. The EP will be out on the 27th of August 2021. And It comprises of eight songs with each song built with the energy and vibe from deep within Teddyride. He featured legendary several top Liberian artist Lucky Buckay, Ericgeso, Jzyno and D’Ameko on the EP. Below is the full tracklist along with all the featured artist and producers. 1. King Solomon 2. Order 3. Find A Friend ft Ericgeso 4. Bye Bye…

Nigerian singer, Peter Okoye aka Mr. P, and his wife, Lola Omotayo have gushed over their daughter, Aliona after she manned an airplane as the pilot. Lola Omotayo shared a video of the little girl in a flight simulation and revealed that their daughter has chosen her career path – which is to be a pilot. She shared a video of Aliona in a cubic during their recent trip to San Francisco, California, USA, and captioned; “Guess who wants to be a pilot???” Also, Peter Okoye took to the comment section and wrote; ”🥰😍🥰😘 My baby girl😍🛩”

Liberians keep making headways internationally as they are scooping international awards on a weekly basis for the impact they’re making at home and on the African society. Though Liberians have won international awards in the past, but the frequency at which it is coming now suggest that truly Liberian arts, culture, and humanitarian activities are being viewed and taken in high esteem by reputable African Award Institutions. Of recent Karishma Pelham-Raad has been the highest recipient of international awards. And she has opened Africa’s eyes to the beauty of entertainment, and how impactful Liberians can be on the general society.…

On yesterday August 20, 2021, The Vice President Ig Liberia Chief Dr. Jewel Howard Taylor received an Honorary Doctorate Degree from United Graduate College and Seminary International in Accra, Ghana at the Africa Advancement Forum Global Summit where she served as a keynote speaker. Vice President Howard Taylor was among several key state holders from across Africa who were honored with doctorate degrees at the summit. Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor, is a member on international women’s leadership organization, member of the board, patron of Africa, Girls Leader Initiative. VP Taylor, is high-tier senior-level career and public service professional with more…

No less than 32 people have been killed, 74 injured and thousands forced to flee their homes during the most severe inter-communal clashes in Cameroon two years.The violence involves Choa Arab herders as well as Mousgoum fishermen and farmers in Missiska, in the Logone Birni district of the Far North region.A total of 19 villages have been burned down.Clashes have been recorded since August 10 (this year) following tensions over agricultural, fisheries and pastoral resources.About 85 percent of 11 000 that have fled to neighbouring Chad are women and children.Mostly displaced are elderly. In addition, 7 300 people were displaced…

Dominic Barry alias Dollaz Dinero is a Liberian musician based in the United States of America. As a man, Dollaz Dinero is one who believes in his dreams and making sure they come to reality by all cost. He strives hard, go to the highest extremes and break boundaries to achieve what he wants to achieve. Being opportune to reside in a place where there are dozens of golden opportunities, Dominic uses these opportunities coupled with his his creativity and effectiveness to make money and brand himself in a grand style. Not just being a musician, Dominic is also a…

It can be recorded that few months ago, president George Weah visited the Duala market and saw that the marketers there were faced with several challenges. He then instructed the Liberia Agency for Community Empowerment (LACE) to construct a befitting market building for the marketers at Duala Market. And yes indeed as it was instructed, LACE commenced the construction of the market few months ago and the project is nearing completion, to be used by the Duala Marketers very soon! Kudos! To the President for his hard work and consistency in trying to give Liberia a better face lift!

Ellen Corkrum, a fugitive from Liberia based in the United States, will face a 30-year jail sentence next year after pleading guilty to defrauding the U.S. Government of over US$6 million of Covid relief funds. It can be recalled that Madam Corkrum who served as Managing Director for the Liberia Airport Authority allegedly defrauded the Liberian government and fled during the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf era. According to the U.S. Atlanta Journal, submitted PPP loan applications under both her current and former names, Erskine said. She applied for loans for six different companies she owns or controls: Georgia Nephrology Physician Associated; United Healthcare Group…

At long last, the House of Representatives has passed the bill establishing an old folks’ commission to cater to the needs of the elderly population in Liberia. The bill, which is entitled ‘The National Commission for the Elderly in Liberia (NCEL), had been dangling in committee rooms for over three years since it was introduced by Rep. Richard Nagbe Koon (CPP, District #11, Montserrado County) received unanimous vote The Plenary’s decision was based on a motion by Rep. Dixon Wlawlee Sebo (District #16, Montserradop County) following the reading of a report submitted by a five-member specialized committee headed by Rep.…