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A wave of grief has swept through Voinjama City following the tragic death of two-year-old Naomi D. Tarnue, who reportedly died after accidentally swallowing a coin. Despite being rushed to Telewoyan Memorial Hospital, she later succumbed to internal complications.

A 53-year-old woman has been arrested in Montserrado County after allegedly attempting to sell a 10-year-old girl, according to police sources. Authorities say the minor has been placed under protective care as investigations continue into what could become a serious child trafficking case under Liberia’s anti-trafficking laws.

At least 22 Majority Bloc lawmakers have reaffirmed their boycott of the State of the Nation Address and the official opening of the House of Representatives, citing poor leadership, staff mistreatment, and unpaid civil servants.

Nine young men held for years without trial at Gbarnga Central Prison are finally free, thanks to Liberian lawyer Jeremiah Dugbo, who fought for their constitutional rights to justice and due process.

President Boakai has broken his silence on the controversial Foya project, firmly rejecting claims of personal benefit and stressing that the multimillion-dollar initiative is a regional peacebuilding facility under the Mano River Union. What exactly is the project, and why was it misunderstood?

The Senior Political Advisor to President Boakai, MacDella Cooper, has confirmed that she is the spouse of House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon, ending weeks of speculation and online debate. The confirmation comes as both officials continue a tour of southeastern Liberia, drawing fresh public attention.

President Boakai has suspended the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director of the National Commission on Disabilities and ordered a full audit following allegations of mismanagement. Acting officials have been appointed as investigations move forward.

The Deputy Information Minister has revealed what’s really being built in Foya, why the project was kept confidential, and what it means for Liberia’s regional peace role.

The Ministry of Education has ordered the temporary closure of House of Prayer Institute in Brewerville after an investigation uncovered serious regulatory breaches and child protection concerns, including operating without a valid permit and lacking safeguarding measures. Authorities say the school will remain shut until it fully complies with national education and child welfare standards.

LDEA says artist Bucky Raw remains in custody following an early-morning raid at his Duport Road home, despite reports circulating online that he was released. The agency says 31.6 grams of marijuana were seized during the operation, carried out under a search warrant as part of its “Clean Wave” campaign. Investigations are ongoing and the case is expected to proceed to court.