Author: Kerkula Blama

The Ministry of Education has issued a strong warning to Rev. Paye Cooper Mondolo for organizing an illegal graduation and changing the name of Evelyn S. Chapman United Methodist School to “Global Methodist” without authorization. The Ministry says no such school is registered under that name and has cautioned that any diplomas issued will not be recognized.

Liberia National Fire Service has confirmed that overheated solar batteries caused the fire that destroyed the home of NSA Director General, Retired General Prince C. Johnson. Investigators say the blaze started from an electrical short circuit, with no fire safety equipment found in the residence.

The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency has arrested 70-year-old Lucy S. Morris in West Point after officers discovered Kush worth over L$1 million hidden in nine mineral water bottles. The suspect is under investigation and will be sent to court as the LDEA steps up efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks across Liberia.

President Boakai has appointed Princess Eva Cooper and Dogba K. Norris, Jr. to lead the newly established Liberia National Tourism Authority, following the passage of the 2025 Tourism Act.

The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA) has arrested a 45-year-old woman after officers found a large quantity of Tramadol hidden in gallons of red oil. The drugs are valued at over 900,000 LRD. Authorities urge citizens to report suspicious activity to fight illegal drug trafficking.

ELWA Hospital workers are demanding better pay, safer working conditions, and answers over alleged misuse of donor funds. They say years of unpaid benefits, underpayment, and poor management have pushed them to the limit, calling on SIM Liberia, SIM International, and President Boakai to act now.

Businessman Philip Paye, also known as Jah Glory, has forgiven Hipco artist Barsee Mocopala Kiloda after the rapper publicly apologized for his behavior.

FC Fassell and Determine Girls kicked off the new football season in style, lifting the 2025 LFA Super Cup titles at the SKD Sports Complex. Fassell edged Black Man Warriors 1–0, while Determine Girls defeated World Girls 2–1 in a thrilling showdown. Both teams now look set for a promising 2025/26 LFA season.

Hipco artist Barsee Mocopala Kiloda has been jailed in Buchanan after allegedly insulting Philipmenia Guest House CEO, Mr. Philip Paye. Mr. Paye says Barsee mocked and disrespected him, leading to police involvement. Entertainers are now pleading for Barsee’s release.

Late Senator Prince Y. Johnson’s widow, Ameria Boyidee Aridi Johnson, says her husband “died broke” and once kidnapped her during the war. She claims he left behind no property, money, or bank account after 16 years in office.