# monrovia (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover monrovia. Page: Feed: --- ## [Saudi Rice Trial Puts Boakai’s Accountability Promise to the Test](https://verityonlinenews.com/saudi-rice-trial-puts-boakais-accountability-promise-to-the-test/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saudi-rice-trial-puts-boakais-accountability-promise-to-the-test) _2026-08-21 · G. Watson Richards · Verity News_ The trial of 13 people accused in connection with the alleged diversion of rice donated by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is putting President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s promise of accountability to the test. The case, currently before Criminal Court “C,” involves 29,412 bags of 25-kilogram rice valued at about US$500,000. The rice was donated to \[…\] The post Saudi Rice Trial Puts Boakai’s Accountability… ## [Journalist D. Adam Togba writes a political allegorical poem titled: The Hunting Republic](https://verityonlinenews.com/journalist-d-adam-togba-writes-a-political-allegorical-poem-titled-the-hunting-republic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=journalist-d-adam-togba-writes-a-political-allegorical-poem-titled-the-hunting-republic) _2026-08-21 · Verity News · Verity News_ “THE HUNTING REPUBLIC – By: D. Adam Togba The Chief Hunter has sharpened his arrows and says he owes no one an apology. The Exiled Hunter, far from home, keeps dropping clues into the night, swearing the cartels will find no hiding place. Then a former Vice President becomes a person of interest. The former \[…\] The post Journalist D. Adam Togba writes a political allegorical poem titled: The… ## [True United Party Petitions Supreme Court Over Delay in Certification, Seeks Writ of Mandamus](https://verityonlinenews.com/true-united-party-petitions-supreme-court-over-delay-in-certification-seeks-writ-of-mandamus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=true-united-party-petitions-supreme-court-over-delay-in-certification-seeks-writ-of-mandamus) _2026-08-21 · Divine Pratt · Verity News_ MONROVIA, Liberia — The proposed True United Party has petitioned the Supreme Court of Liberia over what it describes as an extended delay by the National Elections Commission (NEC) in granting the party a permit to operate as a fully recognized political party. The party says it has waited for nearly two years for the \[…\] The post True United Party Petitions Supreme Court Over Delay in… ## [WAEC Liberia Releases 2026 WASSCE Results, 33,741 Candidates Pass](https://verityonlinenews.com/waec-liberia-releases-2026-wassce-results-33741-candidates-pass/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=waec-liberia-releases-2026-wassce-results-33741-candidates-pass) _2026-08-21 · G. Watson Richards · Verity News_ The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Liberia has released the results of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), with 33,741 candidates passing out of 55,887 who sat the examination across the country. The results were released on Thursday, giving students, parents, schools and education authorities the opportunity to assess this year’s performance. \[…\] The… ## [Sen. Kogar Raises Questions Over Reported Plan to Bring U.S. Deportees to Liberia](https://verityonlinenews.com/sen-kogar-raises-questions-over-reported-plan-to-bring-u-s-deportees-to-liberia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sen-kogar-raises-questions-over-reported-plan-to-bring-u-s-deportees-to-liberia) _2026-08-21 · G. Watson Richards · Verity News_ Nimba County Senator Samuel G. Kogar has raised concerns over reports that Liberia may accept up to 1,200 non-Liberian deportees from the United States. Kogar, in a social media post said the matter deserves the attention of every Liberian and questioned whether the reported arrangement followed the requirements of the 1986 Constitution. The senator pointed \[…\] The post Sen. Kogar Raises Questions… ## [NPP Backs Government’s Drug Fight, Calls for Speedy Trial of Jewel Howard-Taylor](https://verityonlinenews.com/npp-backs-governments-drug-fight-calls-for-speedy-trial-of-jewel-howard-taylor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=npp-backs-governments-drug-fight-calls-for-speedy-trial-of-jewel-howard-taylor) _2026-08-21 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ The National Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed support for the Government of Liberia’s ongoing fight against drug trafficking while calling for an impartial and speedy trial of its Standard Bearer, former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor. In an official statement, the NPP acknowledged Taylor’s arrest and the charges reportedly brought against her, including allegations of money \[…\] The post… ## [LOOMING CLASH? Weah Threatens Mass Protest as EFFL Leader Vows Counter-Protest](https://verityonlinenews.com/looming-clash-weah-threatens-mass-protest-as-effl-leader-vows-counter-protest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=looming-clash-weah-threatens-mass-protest-as-effl-leader-vows-counter-protest) _2026-08-21 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ A potential political confrontation is emerging in Liberia as former President and Political Leader of the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), George Manneh Weah, threatens to mobilize supporters against what he describes as the government’s alleged attempt to undermine democracy. Former President Weah, in a statement, accused President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration of seeking… ## [Costa’s ‘Defense’ of Police IG Coleman Is a Classic Case of Reverse Psychology — Jabba-Wleh](https://verityonlinenews.com/costas-defense-of-police-ig-coleman-is-a-classic-case-of-reverse-psychology-jabba-wleh/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=costas-defense-of-police-ig-coleman-is-a-classic-case-of-reverse-psychology-jabba-wleh) _2026-08-21 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ Liberian commentator Philipbert Semogai Jabba-Wleh Browne has described Henry Petro Costa’s public defense of Liberia National Police Inspector General, Col. Gregory O. Coleman, as a “classic case of reverse psychology,” arguing that Costa’s interventions may be doing more harm than good to the police chief’s public image. In a commentary titled “From Where I Sit,” \[…\] The post Costa’s ‘Defense’… ## [SUP Calls for Renovation of Public Schools, Education Support Program](https://verityonlinenews.com/sup-calls-for-renovation-of-public-schools-education-support-program/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sup-calls-for-renovation-of-public-schools-education-support-program) _2026-08-21 · Emmanuel Kamanda · Verity News_ Monrovia, Liberia — The Vanguard Student Unification Party (SUP) has called on the Government of Liberia to immediately renovate public schools across the country and establish a national program to support students transitioning from high school to university. In a statement issued Thursday, August 20, SUP said many public schools remain overcrowded and poorly equipped, \[…\] The post SUP Calls for… ## [Calls Grow for Transparency, Accountability in LNP Amid Drug Investigation Allegations](https://verityonlinenews.com/calls-grow-for-transparency-accountability-in-lnp-amid-drug-investigation-allegations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calls-grow-for-transparency-accountability-in-lnp-amid-drug-investigation-allegations) _2026-08-21 · Archie Boan · Verity News_ Calls for greater transparency and accountability within the Liberia National Police are growing amid serious allegations surrounding the ongoing investigations into drug trafficking in Liberia. Mrs. Grace R. Guar, in a public commentary, has called for a thorough and independent investigation into allegations made by activist Martin K. N. Kollie against LNP Inspector General Gregory \[…\] The post… ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2pfPHNa0Uhj5) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## [Vol.16 No. 143 FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/vol-16-no-143-friday-august-21-2026/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ Vol.16 No. 143 FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026Download The post Vol.16 No. 143 FRIDAY, AUGUST 21, 2026 appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news . ## [Jewel Taylor Faces Court Today](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/jewel-taylor-faces-court-today/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — Former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor is expected to appear before the Monrovia City Court on Friday, August 21, following a one-day extension granted by the Liberia National Police (LNP) due to reported health complications. According to the police, Howard-Taylor experienced extremely high blood pressure while at LNP headquarters, where she … The post Jewel Taylor… ## [Liberia Receives First 20 U.S. Transferees](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/liberia-receives-first-20-u-s-transferees/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Kruah Thompson MONROVIA, August 20, 2026 — The first group of 20 people transferred from the United States has arrived in Liberia, marking the beginning of an arrangement under which the country has agreed to receive up to 1,200 third-country nationals from the U.S. The group arrived Thursday, August 20, through Roberts International Airport. … The post Liberia Receives First 20 U.S.… ## [Bucky Raw’s Drug Case Resurfaces](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/bucky-raws-drug-case-resurfaces/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Stephen G. Fellajuah MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — Popular Liberian musician Karwoudou Cole, widely known as “Bucky Raw,” was taken into custody and transported to court Thursday in connection with an ongoing case involving allegations of marijuana possession. The musician was seen handcuffed on the grounds of the Supreme Court of Liberia on August … The post Bucky Raw’s Drug Case Resurfaces… ## [Chambers Proposes Death for Drug Traffickers](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/chambers-proposes-death-for-drug-traffickers/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Stephen G. Fellajuah Monrovia, Liberia, August 21, 2026 — Former Speaker of Liberia’s 54th Legislature, Dr. Bhofal Chambers, has called for the death penalty for individuals convicted of drug trafficking as Liberia confronts a series of major narcotics investigations. “For me, I feel sincerely that all drug traffickers should face a death penalty,” Chambers … The post Chambers Proposes Death… ## [Gov’t Sets August 26 Deadline for Yellow Machine Deployment](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/govt-sets-august-26-deadline-for-yellow-machine-deployment/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — The Liberian government has set August 26 as the deadline to complete the nationwide deployment of its yellow machines across all 15 counties, with the road equipment program projected to create up to 1,200 jobs. Speaking Thursday at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing, head of the Special Presidential … The post Gov’t Sets August 26 Deadline for Yellow… ## [Gov’t, UN Move to Align US$874M Funding with National Priorities](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/govt-un-move-to-align-us874m-funding-with-national-priorities/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Lewis S. Teh MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — The Government of Liberia has called for stronger coordination, transparency and accountability with the United Nations Country Team to ensure an indicative US$874 million development financing envelope is aligned with national priorities and delivers measurable results for Liberians. Deputy Minister for Economic Management at the Ministry … The post… ## [UL Unveils Three-Phase Renovation Plan](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/ul-unveils-three-phase-renovation-plan/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — University of Liberia President Dr. Layli Maparyan has outlined a three-phase plan for the ongoing renovation and modernization of the university’s Capitol Hill campus, as the institution moves to address years of deteriorating infrastructure. The University of Liberia traces its origins to Liberia College, which was established by the government … The post UL Unveils… ## [UL Targets Top 300 with More PhD Faculty](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/ul-targets-top-300-with-more-phd-faculty/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Kruah Thompson MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — The University of Liberia (UL) has secured additional international PhD scholarships for faculty members as the institution expands its faculty development program and intensifies efforts to rank among Africa’s top 300 universities. Speaking Thursday, August 20, at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing in Monrovia, UL … The post UL… ## [US Trains Liberian Coast Guard in Small Boat Operations](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/us-trains-liberian-coast-guard-in-small-boat-operations/) _2026-08-21 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Kruah Thompson MONROVIA, August 21, 2026 — The United States Coast Guard has begun a two-week Small Boat Operations (SBO) training course for personnel of the Liberian Coast Guard in Monrovia. According to the U.S. Embassy in Liberia, the training is intended to strengthen the capacity of Liberian Coast Guard personnel in essential small-boat … The post US Trains Liberian Coast Guard in Small… ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rYO9KhmXW4wv) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [Yekeh Kolubah Accueses Thomas Fallah of Working With Former Weah Protocol Chief Finda Bundoo to Feed Government Information](https://verityonlinenews.com/yekeh-kolubah-accueses-thomas-fallah-of-working-with-former-weah-protocol-chief-finda-bundoo-to-feed-government-information/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yekeh-kolubah-accueses-thomas-fallah-of-working-with-former-weah-protocol-chief-finda-bundoo-to-feed-government-information) _2026-08-20 · Verity News · Verity News_ By Patrick Teah Jr. Former Montserrado County Electoral District #10 Representative Yekeh Y. Kolubah has made fresh allegations against Deputy Speaker Thomas P. Fallah and Nora Finda Bundoo, a former Chief of Protocol in the administration of ex-President George Manneh Weah, claiming that pieces of information concerning former government officials and their alleged assets and \[…\] The post Yekeh… ## [Former LDEA Deputy Director Hassan Fadiga Calls on Police IG Gregory Coleman to Recuse Himself from Ongoing Drug Investigation](https://verityonlinenews.com/former-ldea-deputy-director-hassan-fadiga-calls-on-police-ig-gregory-coleman-to-recuse-himself-from-ongoing-drug-investigation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-ldea-deputy-director-hassan-fadiga-calls-on-police-ig-gregory-coleman-to-recuse-himself-from-ongoing-drug-investigation) _2026-08-20 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ Former Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) Deputy Director General for Operations, Hassan Fadiga, has called on Liberia National Police Inspector General Gregory Coleman to recuse himself from the ongoing investigation into major drug busts in Liberia. In a public appeal addressed to Coleman, Fadiga said his call was not intended as a personal attack but \[…\] The post Former LDEA Deputy Director… ## [“Coleman Must Recuse Himself” — LPP Demands Independent Cocaine Investigation](https://verityonlinenews.com/coleman-must-recuse-himself-lpp-demands-independent-cocaine-investigation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=coleman-must-recuse-himself-lpp-demands-independent-cocaine-investigation) _2026-08-20 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ MONROVIA, Liberia — The Liberian People’s Party (LPP) is calling on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to establish an independent commission of inquiry into Liberia’s ongoing cocaine crisis and require Police Inspector General Gregory O. W. Coleman to recuse himself from related investigations. In a press release issued Wednesday, August 19, the LPP said Coleman’s reported \[…\] The post “Coleman Must… ## [Former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah Accuses Boakai Government of Weaponizing Justice Against Opposition, Calls On The International Community](https://verityonlinenews.com/former-finance-minister-samuel-tweah-accuses-boakai-government-of-weaponizing-justice-against-opposition-calls-on-the-international-community/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-finance-minister-samuel-tweah-accuses-boakai-government-of-weaponizing-justice-against-opposition-calls-on-the-international-community) _2026-08-20 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ “UNITY PARTY WE ARE CALLING YOUR DIVERSIONARY BLUFF At this point in the drug debacle, we publicly draw the attention of the U.S. Government, the European Union and ECOWAS who are supinely watching as the shameless Government of President Joseph Boakai destroy the foundation of Liberian law. Today’s action against the former Vice President is \[…\] The post Former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah… ## [Former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor Formally Charged in Transnational Drug Investigation](https://verityonlinenews.com/former-vice-president-jewel-howard-taylor-formally-charged-in-transnational-drug-investigation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-vice-president-jewel-howard-taylor-formally-charged-in-transnational-drug-investigation) _2026-08-20 · Divine Pratt · Verity News_ Monrovia, Liberia — August 19, 2026: Former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has been formally charged in connection with an ongoing investigation into an alleged transnational narcotics network operating in Liberia and beyond, the Ministry of Justice has announced. According to a formal statement issued by the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Howard-Taylor was stopped \[…\] The post… ## [GBUSU Leadership Under Fire as Students Demand Financial Audit](https://verityonlinenews.com/gbusu-leadership-under-fire-as-students-demand-financial-audit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gbusu-leadership-under-fire-as-students-demand-financial-audit) _2026-08-20 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ Monrovia, Liberia — A group of students affiliated with the Grand Bassa University Students’ Union (GBUSU) has accused the union’s leadership of alleged financial mismanagement, abuse of office, negligence and other violations of the organization’s constitution. In a complaint dated August 17, 2026, the students named GBUSU President Prince P. Diggs Jr. and several chapter \[…\] The post GBUSU… ## [Information Minister Piah to Address Press Conference on Ongoing Drug Investigation](https://verityonlinenews.com/information-minister-piah-to-address-press-conference-on-ongoing-drug-investigation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=information-minister-piah-to-address-press-conference-on-ongoing-drug-investigation) _2026-08-20 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ Monrovia, Liberia — Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah is expected to address a major press conference at 5:00 PM today concerning Liberia’s ongoing drug-related investigation. Representatives of the Joint National Security team are also expected to attend the press conference, which is scheduled to take place at the Charles Gbenyon Conference Room at the Ministry \[…\] The post… ## [Unity Party Backs Drug Investigation, Defends Invitation of Former VP Taylor](https://verityonlinenews.com/unity-party-backs-drug-investigation-defends-invitation-of-former-vp-taylor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unity-party-backs-drug-investigation-defends-invitation-of-former-vp-taylor) _2026-08-20 · Emmanuel M. Kangar, Jr. · Verity News_ Monrovia, Liberia — The governing Unity Party has reaffirmed its support for the government’s ongoing investigation into drug-related criminal activities, saying the fight will not spare anyone regardless of political affiliation or status. In a statement Wednesday, the party commended the Joint Security for what it described as professionalism and courage, while urging security authorities \[…\]… ## [Ex-VP Taylor Spends Night in Police Cell](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/ex-vp-taylor-spends-night-in-police-cell/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Kruah Thompson MONROVIA, August 20, 2026 — Former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor is spending her first night in police custody following her alleged connection to Liberia’s ongoing investigation into a major cocaine trafficking case. Taylor was taken into police custody on Wednesday, August 19, while reportedly on her way to Roberts International Airport … The post Ex-VP Taylor Spends Night… ## [Vol.16 No. 142 THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/vol-16-no-142-thursday-august-20-2026/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ Vol.16 No. 142 THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026Download The post Vol.16 No. 142 THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news . ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/08ZUp12llwCO) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [Taylor Drug Probe Sparks Political Showdown](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/taylor-drug-probe-sparks-political-showdown/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Stephen G. Fellajuah MONROVIA, Liberia, August 20, 2026: The headquarters of the Liberia National Police (LNP) became a scene of heightened political tension Wednesday when former Montserrado County District #8 Representative Moses Acarus Gray was escorted from the compound after arriving to show solidarity with former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor. Gray arrived at … The post Taylor Drug… ## [CDC Condemns Taylor Questioning](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/cdc-condemns-taylor-questioning/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Lewis S. Teh MONROVIA, August 20, 2026: Liberia’s main opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has condemned the questioning of former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor in connection with the ongoing cocaine investigation, accusing the government of attempting to intimidate and scapegoat opposition figures. CDC National Chairman Atty. Janga Augustus Kowo described the action … The post… ## [Opposition Rallies Around Ex-VP Taylor](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/opposition-rallies-around-ex-vp-taylor/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Lincoln G. Peters MONROVIA, August 20, 2026: Several opposition leaders have rallied in solidarity with former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor following her questioning by the Liberia National Police in connection with the ongoing multimillion-dollar cocaine investigation. Senior officials and lawmakers of the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) converged at Police Headquarters… ## [UP Backs Joint Security Over Taylor Charges](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/up-backs-joint-security-over-taylor-charges/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Lincoln G. Peters MONROVIA, August 20, 2026: The governing Unity Party (UP) has commended the Joint Security over the investigation and subsequent charges against former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor in connection with the ongoing multimillion-dollar cocaine probe, urging security agencies to remain professional and not be swayed by political or public pressure. In … The post UP Backs… ## [CENTAL Hails LRA Revenue Milestone](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/cental-hails-lra-revenue-milestone/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Lewis S. Teh MONROVIA, August 20, 2026: The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has welcomed reports that the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) exceeded its 2026 domestic revenue target, but urged the government to ensure that additional revenue is spent on projects that directly benefit ordinary Liberians. CENTAL Executive Director Anderson D. … The post CENTAL Hails… ## [ECOWAS Urges Liberian Youth to Protect Peace](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/ecowas-urges-liberian-youth-to-protect-peace/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Lincoln G. Peters CONGO TOWN, Monrovia, August 20, 2026: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has urged young Liberians to take greater responsibility for protecting the country’s hard-won peace, warning that gains made since the end of the civil war must not be taken for granted. ECOWAS Ambassador to Liberia Mohammed Konneh … The post ECOWAS Urges Liberian Youth to Protect… ## [AMEU, University of Sierra Leone Renew Academic Partnership](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/ameu-university-of-sierra-leone-renew-academic-partnership/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ MONROVIA, August 20, 2026: The African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU) and the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) at the University of Sierra Leone have renewed their commitment to strengthening regional academic cooperation, with emphasis on joint research, faculty and student exchanges, postgraduate opportunities and knowledge transfer. The two institutions reaffirmed… ## [Was VP Taylor’s Arrest Lawful?](https://www.thenewdawnliberia.com/was-vp-taylors-arrest-lawful/) _2026-08-20 · New Dawn · Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news_ By Kruah Thompson MONROVIA, August 20, 2026: Questions are mounting over whether the arrest and detention of former Vice President Jewel Howard Taylor in connection with Liberia’s ongoing multimillion-dollar cocaine investigation followed proper legal procedures, as police insist their actions were lawful and based on credible evidence. Taylor was reportedly on her way to Roberts … The post Was VP… ## [Magistrate Barco Jails Former Assistant Public Works Minister Chesson for Two Days](https://verityonlinenews.com/magistrate-barco-jails-former-assistant-public-works-minister-chesson-for-two-days/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=magistrate-barco-jails-former-assistant-public-works-minister-chesson-for-two-days) _2026-08-19 · G. Watson Richards · Verity News_ Monrovia City Court Stipendiary Magistrate L. Ben Barco has jailed former Assistant Minister of Public Works, Attorney J. Jefferson Chesson, for two days at the Monrovia Central Prison for contempt of court. Magistrate Barco handed down the ruling on Wednesday following contempt proceedings arising from comments Chesson made about a pending case and the presiding \[…\] The post Magistrate Barco… ## [Former Vice President Charged with Multiple Drug-related Crimes including Drug Trafficking and Money Laundering, Allegedly Linked to US$317 Million Drug Bust](https://verityonlinenews.com/former-vice-president-charged-with-multiple-drug-related-crimes-including-drug-trafficking-and-money-laundering-allegedly-linked-to-us317-million-drug-bust/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-vice-president-charged-with-multiple-drug-related-crimes-including-drug-trafficking-and-money-laundering-allegedly-linked-to-us317-million-drug-bust) _2026-08-19 · Divine Pratt · Verity News_ Former Vice President of Liberia Jewel Howard-Taylor has been CHARGED with alleged drug trafficking, money laundering, importation of drugs, criminal conspiracy, criminal solicitation, among others. The announcement was made by Justice Minister Cllr. Natu Oswald. Tweh, Sr. The police IG Gregory Coleman said that madam Taylor will be detained at Central until she is forwarded \[…\] The post Former…