Author: Kerkula Blama

Liberia’s Senate has abolished the Ministry of Internal Affairs and launched the Ministry of Local Government, a major move to strengthen decentralization and empower local leaders. How will this reform change governance at the grassroots level?

Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Bryant McGill has been officially cleared by the Liberia National Police in the alleged rape case. Investigators found no evidence linking him to the incident, and police confirmed he was not involved. The investigation continues to identify the unknown contributor.

An NSA agent has been formally charged and sent to court over allegations of statutory rape involving a minor. The Liberia National Police say the case followed an investigation by the Women and Children Protection Section. The matter is now before the courts.

The Ministry of Gender has placed two minor girls under protective custody after their father exposed them on social media in violation of child protection laws. The father has been arrested and is under investigation, as authorities warn parents and content creators against exploiting minors online.

The University of Liberia Student Disciplinary Committee has condemned recent acts of vandalism at the Capitol Hill campus, following the circulation of videos and photos showing damage to university property. The committee says those responsible will be investigated and disciplined in line with university regulations.

The LDEA has denied claims circulating online that suspended agent Ayouba Kromah has been reinstated, describing the reports as false and misleading. The agency says Kromah remains under suspension and is now facing further investigation by its Board of Internal Inquiry and Professional Standards.

Peter Bon Jallah, senior NSA aide, has been dismissed and arrested over allegations of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy in Sinkor, Monrovia. The teenager remains hospitalized as police investigate. The case has sparked public outrage and raised questions about accountability within Liberia’s security agencies.

Shaita Angels FC President Benita Urey has rejected the five-year ban imposed by the Liberia Football Association, calling it politically motivated and baseless. She vows to challenge the decision in court to defend her integrity and the reputation of opposition team leaders.

The Liberia Football Association has sanctioned Shaita Angels FC President Benita W. Urey with a five-year ban and Paynesville FC player Eugene Swen with a two-year ban after both were found culpable in a match manipulation case during the 2024/25 First Division League season, following investigations into two league fixtures in violation of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.

A senior National Security Agency officer has been arrested following allegations of the sexual assault of a 15-year-old boy in Monrovia. The victim is hospitalized as police investigate the case, which has sparked public concern over transparency and accountability.