Author: Kerkula Blama

Liberian police have charged a 47-year-old Monrovia resident with theft, forgery, human trafficking, and criminal conspiracy over an alleged fake travel scheme that reportedly cost victims thousands of U.S. dollars and left a young man stranded in Côte d’Ivoire for months.

Liberian songwriter Steve “Mvsoo” Chokpelle has filed a federal lawsuit against Chris Brown, claiming he was denied credit and royalties on the hit songs “Sensational” and “Monalisa,” which together generated millions in revenue.

A 30-year-old man earlier arrested in the death of his six-month-old daughter has now been formally charged with murder. Police say the child’s body was abandoned in an unfinished building in Margibi before the suspect fled to Nimba County.

Two-year-old Raphael Tamba, who went missing from the Old Road community, has been found alive at the Stephen Tolbert Estate. Police have arrested a woman accused of kidnapping him, while a second suspect remains at large. Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to establish the full details of the case.

ANC Political Leader Alexander Cummings has rejected long-standing allegations about his sexual orientation, describing them as false and politically motivated. He says Liberians should judge leaders by their policies, vision, and record, not rumors.

Police in Nimba County have arrested a 20-year-old man accused of carrying out violent attacks on commercial motorcyclists around Ganta City. Authorities say he was caught during an attempted robbery and has confessed to multiple attacks.

Children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028 will receive a $1,000 government-backed investment account under President Trump’s new policy. What this means for Liberian families living in America and their newborns.

Over 30 shops in Monrovia have been shut down after the Ministry of Commerce uncovered unjustified price hikes on essential goods, including rice. Authorities say the move is aimed at protecting consumers and stabilizing prices.

Liberia has introduced a new set of license plates for vehicles, motorcycles, and tricycles, featuring enhanced security elements, color coding, and a clear classification system. The Ministry of Transport says the initiative will strengthen law enforcement, improve road safety, boost revenue, and promote transparency in the transport sector.

Barcolleh Poronpyae has been appointed Creative Economy Manager at the Liberia National Tourism Authority, a move that places arts, music, culture, fashion, film, media, and heritage at the center of Liberia’s tourism and national branding strategy.