Author: Kerkula Blama

The recent appointment of Kekura M. Kamara, known as Malawala Balawala, as Liberia’s new Culture Ambassador by President Joseph N. Boakai has sparked a wave of controversy and concern among some of the country’s prominent figures. One of the most vocal critics is former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor, who has publicly expressed her disappointment over the decision, which resulted in the removal of the long-serving and widely respected former Culture Ambassador, Queen Juli Endee. In a statement released on Thursday, former VP Taylor voiced her deep concern about the abrupt end to Queen Juli Endee’s tenure, highlighting the significant contributions…

In a groundbreaking moment for both Liberia and the global film industry, Samuel Nimely, a Liberian man based in India, has made history as the first Liberian to act in a Bollywood movie. This remarkable achievement was officially recognized on August 16, 2024, when the movie was launched by none other than Prime Minister Tirath Singh Rawat. The film is set for release on August 30, 2024, and will be available across various platforms in India, with special screenings at the India Cinema in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Samuel’s journey from Liberia to Bollywood is nothing short of inspirational. As the first…

In a harrowing incident earlier this morning, a Royal Air Maroc flight experienced a hard landing at Liberia’s Roberts International Airport (RIA). The aircraft, which reportedly missed the runway during its descent, managed to land safely despite the challenging circumstances. The good news is that there were no casualties or serious injuries among the passengers and crew as a result of the hard landing. The swift and professional response from the airport’s emergency services ensured that all aboard were safe and accounted for shortly after the incident. While the details of what led to the missed runway are still emerging,…

The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has confirmed the country’s first case of Monkeypox virus in Sinoe County. The announcement was made during a press conference held at NPHIL headquarters in Congo Town. Monkeypox, a rare zoonotic virus, has gained prominence as the most prevalent orthopoxvirus since the eradication of smallpox in 1980. It typically presents with mild symptoms, including fever, malaise, and the development of vesiculo-papular skin lesions. Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, Director General of NPHIL, revealed that out of six tests conducted on suspected cases, one tested positive. The confirmed case involves a seven-year-old girl from…

Cristiano Ronaldo has continued to shatter records on and off the field. This time, the Portuguese and Juventus striker has become the first person in the world to reach 300 million followers on the social media platform, Instagram. Notably, he was also the first person to breach the 200 million mark on Instagram. This comes days after he became the all-time EURO scorer after scoring his tenth and 11th finals goals, to go clear of Michel Platini. The 36-year-old is now just three goals away from matching Iranian Ali Daei’s all-time international scoring record of 109

Livingstone College is offering a full scholarship to a Liberian teenager who became a national hero in his country after finding and returning $50,000 to its rightful owner. Emmanuel Tuloe, 18, was driving his motorcycle taxi in northeastern Nimba County on a highway when he saw a bunch of money wrapped in a plastic bag on the road. It contained $50,000 USD and $100,000 in Liberian money. News reports say the teenager took it home and gave it to his aunt to keep until he found out to whom it belonged. Later that day, the owner, businesswoman Musu Yancy, went…

Politician and Bong County representative aspirant Menipakei Dumoe has taken to Facebook to list out several reasons why he thinks the Chairman of Liberty Part, Musa Hassan Bility is a political genuis. Mr. Dumoe made this post on his status moments ago: “BILITY\’S ABILITYSeven reasons why Musa Hassan Bility is a political genuis. He helped Ellen Johnson Sirleaf win two elections back to back. His ability to build communication teams around a winning candidate is unmatched.Bility learned politics at the feet of Amos Sawyer and other masters of the game.Musa Bility believes in scientific politics and takes a forward looking…

Ernest Kortee Jallah (born 31 March 1995, in Monrovia), better known by his stage name EKJ, is a Liberian comedian and actor. During the Ebola pandemic in Liberia, he and his team set out to create stress freeing videos to entertain people who were then staying home because of the surge of the virus in the country. Birth Name: Ernest Kortee Jallah Born: 31, March 1995 (age 26), Monrovia, Liberia Medium: video creator . Film . Comedy Nationality: Liberian Education: College Student Alma Mater: Brilliance Academy (High School) Years Active: 2014 – Present Genres: Observational Comedy . Satire . Motion…

Nigerian business tycoon Obi Cubana on yesterday October 28, 2021 met the Vice president of the Liberia Her Excellency Chief Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor to discuss in-depth on the establishment of StartRite Estate in Liberia. StartRite Estate is a collaboration of Victoria Creat Homes and Casa Cubana Homes. The aim at building comfortable, luxurious and affordable housing estates all over Africa. Mr. Cubana was accompanied by his partner Ned Okonkwo to Liberia for the meeting with the Vice President and other major political and business stakeholders. Details of the outcome of the meeting will be released shortly as StartRite is set…