The Liberia National Police has concluded its investigation into the devastating Capitol Building fire of December 18, 2024, presenting what appears to be a robust set of charges against a mix of civilian staff, protest participants, and high-profile lawmakers. As the legal process begins, we find ourselves at a crossroads of accountability, justice, and the rule of law. This moment demands more than celebration or condemnation — it demands clarity, integrity, and restraint. The scale and scope of the charges are staggering. From arson and criminal mischief to attempted murder and conspiracy, the accused — including senior lawmakers — face…
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A new report by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has revealed the catastrophic impact of violence, insecurity, and hunger on communities in South Darfur, Sudan. The report, Voices from South Darfur, illustrated in vivid testimony how the impact of pervasive violence, a healthcare system in ruins, and an inadequate international response have all combined to push people’s coping strategies to their limits. South Darfur experienced intense urban warfare in 2023, which destroyed hospitals and critical infrastructure, leaving civilians vulnerable to widespread sexual violence and arbitrary detentions. Despite a halt in ground fighting, air and drone strikes continued, and road and farmland…
Newly crowned Ghana Premier League champions, Bibiani GoldStars, are considering either the Accra Sports Stadium or the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi as their home venue for next season’s CAF Champions League campaign. The Miners secured their first-ever Premier League title in historic fashion, finishing the 2024/25 season with a commanding 4-0 victory over Accra Lions at DUN’s Park. They wrapped up the season with 63 points, sealing their place at the summit of Ghanaian football. Speaking after the club’s title triumph, Chief Executive Officer Kwesi Adu revealed that the management is in the process of selecting a suitable venue…
The nationwide strike by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) is still ongoing, with no resolution reached following an emergency meeting with the Ministry of Health. The Ministry held a closed-door meeting on Monday, June 9, with GRNMA leaders and other key health sector stakeholders in an attempt to end the impasse and negotiate improved conditions of service. Vice President of GRNMA, Samuel Akoto Alagkora, told journalists after the meeting that the Ministry cited budgetary constraints as the reason for the government’s delay in addressing the association’s demands. He disclosed that the government proposed to defer the agreed…
The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) has challenged Fitch Ratings over its recent downgrade of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). It follows Fitch’s assessment which suggested that Ghana’s sovereign loan is a non-performing asset. In a statement issued on June 6, the APRM described the move as both “legally incongruent and analytically flawed,” arguing that Fitch’s interpretation disregards the unique legal framework underpinning Afreximbank’s sovereign lending operations. Fitch had lowered Afreximbank’s long-term foreign currency issuer rating from ‘BBB’ to ‘BBB-’ with a negative outlook. The decision cited a 7.1% estimated non-performing loan ratio, with Ghana, South Sudan and Zambia accounting…
As children, many of us grow up with clear visions of what we want to become—be it a doctor, pilot, teacher, or superstar musician. But as life unfolds, dreams often take new shapes, influenced by unexpected turns and realities. For veteran Ghanaian actor Kofi Adjorlolo, his early dream wasn’t to be in front of the camera—it was to make music. Speaking on The Liz Show with Elizabeth Essuman, Adjorlolo revealed that his first love was music, and not acting as many might assume. “I love music so much that as of 8 years old, I could play the trumpet so…
Dozens of bodies were discovered at official and unofficial detention sites in Libya, raising alarm over widespread torture, enforced disappearances, and possible extrajudicial killings. Human rights groups and the UN have long suspected the Stabilization Support Apparatus (SSA) of violating human rights at these sites. UN human rights chief Volker Türk confirmed the findings after violent clashes in Tripoli in May, which erupted after the death of SSA leader Abdul Ghani al-Kikli. In total, more than 80 bodies were found, including charred remains and decomposing corpses in hospital refrigerators. A burial site was also uncovered at the Tripoli Zoo. These…
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has revised the implementation of the controversial Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy following stiff resistance from oil marketing companies. Originally scheduled to take effect on Monday June 9, the new GHC1-per-litre levy faced rejection from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), who raised concerns over its timing and potential impact on fuel prices and consumer burden. In an interaction with Citi News, the GRA confirmed that after discussions “in the spirit of cordiality and partnership,” a new implementation date of June 16 has been agreed upon. “The Association has concerns with the…
Billie Eilish has “confirmed” her romance with Hollywood actor Nat Wolff following months of rumours. The 23-year-old Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer and the 30-year-old Paper Towns alum were spotted sharing a kiss on the street, in photos obtained by Deux Moi. According to gossip website Deux Moi, the pair enjoyed a passionate kiss on a balcony in Venice, during a recent trip to Italy “The couple were locked in a passionate kiss on a balcony, a scene straight out of a romance novel,” a report from the outlet Deux Moi read. It continued: “Adding to the dreamy atmosphere, they…
The Liberia National Police has summoned several lawmakers of the House of Representatives in connection with an ongoing investigation into the fire that gutted the Capitol Building – the seat of the Liberian Legislature – in December 2024. In a communication addressed to the Speaker of the House, Richard Koon, the police requested a “meeting with the Honorable Representatives identified as persons of interest.” Amongst those invited is former Speaker Fonati Koffa. Speaker Koon, Koffa’s successor, mandated the House judiciary committee to accompany the lawmakers to the police station.