Author: Kerkula Blama

The Liberian government clarifies there is no U.S. visa ban on Liberians. Only the issuance of certain immigrant visas is paused from January 21, 2026, while tourist, student, and business visas remain unaffected and interviews will continue.

U.S. Suspends Visa Processing for Liberians Starting January 21, Thousands Left in Limbo as Travel, Education, and Family Plans Hang in the Balance.

From Monrovia to the world stage, Eddie King is putting Liberian Afrobeat on the map. His hits and collaborations are turning heads across Africa and beyond. Quietly but powerfully, Eddie King is building a global Afrobeat legacy, one hit, one collaboration at a time.

STAND Chairman Mulbah K. Morlu and Deputy Chairman Rev. Festus R. B. Logan have been charged and sent to court following a police investigation into violence linked to the December 17, 2025 protest in Monrovia. The Liberia National Police say the case involves multiple criminal charges connected to unrest, property damage, and public disorder.

Liberian singer Spize has officially ended his partnership with Lib Muzik, closing a chapter that once made headlines as one of the label’s biggest signings. While the artist has chosen to move forward quietly as an independent act, critics and insiders are now raising questions about unmet promises, management decisions, and challenges faced behind the scenes during the deal.

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.