An official of the opposition political party, Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), has officially
resigned her post as Chair Lady of Press and propaganda. Mrs. Margo Cooper Korkoya, in an exclusive interview conducted with
this paper yesterday, said she was resigning from the CDC based on what she termed as ‘good governance’ the UP
Led Administration has provided and continues to provide for the Liberian people. 
The sole female elected African head of state faces massive challenges rebuilding her war-torn country. Liberia has the highest
ratio of foreign direct investment to GDP ($880 million for 2009, according to an IMF estimate) in the world. Johnson-Sirleaf
is courting outside investors to jump-start resource-rich economy, including U.S. oil giant Chevron, which is poised to get
exploration rights to offshore sites. Another priority of her administration is stopping the tiny nation's brain drain; focusing
on getting children back in schools and raising scores. She upped budgetary support to University of Liberia to $7.5 million
this year from $1.1 million when she came to power in 2006. She plans on running for reelection when her term is up next fall.
Liberia is a post conflict nation that is painstakingly confronting the task of national transformation. Fortunately,
there is massive international attention and goodwill upon Liberia to help expedite the stability of the country’s political
and security infrastructures. In this regard, Liberians at home and abroad are hopeful that another bestial civil war is unlikely
and that our country is on the course toward democratic renewal.
We bring you sincere greetings and compliments from the Kwia Gbala Family of Menyea Town, Grand Gedeh County,
Liberia, with wishes of good health, prosperity and long life throughout the years to come. It is, indeed, our honor
and privilege to be here to night. Needless to say that we are deeply grateful and profoundly appreciate your generous invitation
that affords us the opportunity to share with you our thoughts on the critical issues and challenges that we, members of the
Union of Liberian Association in the Americas, Inc., the people of our nation, Liberia, must and will face in 21st century
Liberia and here in the Diaspora. 
I am honored to address this 65th Session of the United Nations General Assembly on behalf of the people
of Liberia. I congratulate you on your election as President of this august Assembly. We are assured that you will bring to
the office your wealth of experience as a former President and Foreign Minister of the Swiss Confederation. Let me express
appreciation to your predecessor, H.E. Dr. Ali Abdussalam Treki, for the capable manner in which he conducted the affairs
of the 64th Assembly. 
Today may go down in history as the saddest day in the 36 year history of ULAA. Two ULAA factions, holding
annual general assemblies and elections concurrently. Shamefully, they are being held in the same City. I will be remiss if
I remained passive when I truly believe that my predecessor, Founding President Tambakai Jangaba and other departed founding
members and Former Presidents. 
We write in reaction to your letter of acceptance under, in the name and on the stationary of UCEP, dated September
20, 2010 and addressed to Mr. Anthony Kesselly in response to his letter inviting UCEP to the 36th Generall Assembly of his,
now known "ULAA-Kesselly", scheduled for September 25, 2010. Unfortunately, we hold that letter/acceptance
and your unilateral actions do not represent the decisions of the ULAA Council of Eminent Persons, for the following reasons:
The newly appointed Liberian Ambassador accredited to the United States, His Excellency William V.S. Bull, conducting official
business from the edifice of the Liberian Embassy in Washington D.C. today held direct communication with the leadership of
the Union of Liberian Associations in the Americas (ULAA). In what promises to be a new shift of policy in both
form and substance in the ongoing long drawn out ULAA crisis, the well established Liberian diplomat of many years of diplomatic
experience and profoundly venerated public figure held separate telephone discussions... 
The Courage Foundation, a non-profit organization formed to empower physically disabled children in Liberia, will be launched
at 6 p.m Saturday Sept. 4, at the African Food Market Banquet Hall, in New Hope, Minn. (5736 Lakeland Avenue North, Crystal,
MN 55429). 
The leadership of the Organization of Liberians in Minnesota (OLM) has lauded the mediation efforts currently being undertaken
by the Advocate for Human Rights and Congressman Erik Paulsen to resolve the simmering conflict in OLM. 
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A one-time stalwart and executive member of the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Bill Twehway, along with 300 of his admirers and strong supporters have crossed carpet to the ruling Unity Party (UP). Mr. Twehway, leading the over 300 youth of Montserrado County District #6, marched yesterday from Paynesville, to the national headquarters of UP in central Monrovia. full story
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CDC's Press and Propaganda Chief Resigns
Pres. Ellen Sirleaf Named 86TH Power Women of the World*
Stephen Wreh-Wilson takes ULAA to Another Level
The Missing Link: The Absent of Leadership in Liberian Organizations  I will start our discussion of education, values, and unity with an inward focus about "meaning",
passion, and motive. It is about our strengths, and abilities to look inward. Leadership skills are not so much as a
set of traits, but as a pattern of motives. So, we need to look first at our motive or spirit for leadership. Is it to aspire
to prestige or privilege, or is it focused on service for the common good? full storyResolution of ULAA 34th General Assembly  We, the participating duly registered delegates, members and officers of the
Union of the Liberian Associations in the America (ULAA), representing various Union-member Chapters, having convened in the
Cities of Brooklyn, Minneapolis & St. Paul, Minnesota, and freely and nationalistically deliberated the prevailing sad
state of crisis, chaos, division and polarization in the Union and the relevant issues appertaining thereto, as well as other
critical national socio-political questions adversely affecting Liberians both in and out of Liberia, with supplication and
thanksgiving,. FULL TEXTHon. Bai Gbala's Address to ULAA 34th General Assembly
President Ellen Sirleaf-Johnson Addresses the United Nations
DARKEST DAY IN ULAAs 36 YEAR HISTORY
Watson and Wettee represent Eminent Council?
New Liberian Amb. William Bull extends Invitation to ULAA Leaders
LCANJ Prexy Robert Smallwood Addresses General Assembly
The Courage Foundation Holds Formal Launching Saturday in Minnesota
Liberia's Sirleaf to seek legal advice on war sanctions
OLM Board Chairman, Hon. John Tarley lauds Paulsen and Advocates
The Government of the Republic of Liberia Selects FreeBalance Government Resource Planning (GRP) Sys  FreeBalance, a global software company that helps governments leverage robust
Government Resource Planning (GRP) technology to accelerate country growth, has been selected to implement the FreeBalance
Accountability Suite for the Government of the Republic of Liberia. full storyRemie Gray's Account of President Sirleaf's Performance
In 2005, I graciously supported the presidential bid of Mrs. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. This was mostly based on personal reasons. Instinctually, she was simply the better. Given her aging thirst to lead Liberia, I was filled with certainty that this granny will make the difference. In cyber space, I butted heads and fiercely wrestled with those who detested her crave to win. Many became very angry and frustrated with me. full story APRIL 14 WITHOUT GABRIEL BACCUS MATTHEWS  It was on Saturday, April 14, 1979; the day hundreds of Monrovians turned out to protest. The man who
called this demonstration, "the Rice Riot" into action was Gabriel Baccus Matthews. He had just returned home from
the United States where he went to college. He quickly formed an opposition group called the Progressive Alliance of Liberia
(PAL) to the government of William R. Tolbert, Jr. But what is April 14 without Gabriel Baccus Matthews? full articlePres. Sirleaf's Liberian Education Trust Recounts Achievements  After three years of existence, the Liberian Education Trust-Monrovia, which was launched by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
on Thursday, August 17, 2006 in a gala ceremony at the Monrovia City Hall, is now at a critical Juncture. full storyCDC Stalwart,300 Others Join UP |
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OLM FINAL FINANCIAL REVIEW REPORT  Suit in U.S. Challenges Automatic Loss of Liberian Citizenship
Hon. Edward Carter Blasts OLM Christain Harris
OLM BOARD CHAIRMAN ISSUE ULTIMATUM
SOUTH BRUNSWICK: From trash to treasure
Free primary education: A stepping stone towards a better future for Liberia
Dr. John Clarence Yaskey restored as OLM Board Chairman
Liberian Catholic Brothers & Sisters have New Leaders
Liberians in Minnesota ready for "July 26" Celebration
Richard Parker vindicates John Tarley
HIPC Statement by H.E. President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
OLM Hosts Town Hall for Ministers Ngafuan, Konneh Friday in Minnesota
OLM Board Chairman expresses appreciation
Mr. Tarley made the statement when the People's News visited his office in the Twin cities. He especially thanked the Community Intervention Committee headed by Mr. Kelvin Gray. full story Miss Liberia Minnesota Scholarship Pageant  Amidst the usual pomp, class and pageantry befitting such an occasion, the sky will light up as the red carpet is rolled down
aisle when twelve young, charming, beautiful, talented and intelligent ladies take the stage to contest for the prestigious
2010 Miss Liberia Minnesota Scholarship Crown on Friday, July 2, 2010 at at 8:00 p.m. at the Miracle Empowerment Center
on 5801 John Martin Drive in the city of Brooklyn Center in Minnesota."The Girls have worked so hard and now they are ready! It's gonna be colorful, It's gonna be super heavy, it will be the best thing to ever happen in your life time and you cannot afford to miss it;" were the words of the executive director of the Ladies International, Miss Antoinette G. Wilson. full story Meet the new OLM Board Members
Daring: Sirleaf's Formidable Candidate Declaration
Like Warlord Charles Taylor like Rebel Anthony Kesselly
Richard Sondah takes issues with Richard Parker
Madness Exacerbates in the OLM
The state of insanity in the OLM has taken a dramatic turn with the so-called acting chairman issuing a press release under the headings “Plot To Overthrow OLM Acting Board Chair Failed!” accusing his colleagues of attempting to over throw him. Full story Liberian Catholics Hold Big Annual Event in Twin Cities
FORMER BENTOL CITY MAYOR TO BE HONORED FATHER OF THE YEAR
NEC Town Hall Meeting an Absolute Embarrassment  Information coming out of Newark, NJ indicates that the NEC Town Hall meeting announced for Sat. June
19, 2010 by Mr. Anthony Kesselly was a complete and absolute embarrassment. According to sources, the Chairman of National
Elections Commission virtually spoke to an empty hall. With only 18 persons in attendance, questions are being raised about
Mr Kesselly's claims of legitimacy and about his uncontrollable quest for recognition. Interestly Mr. Kesselly himself was
a no show. full storyWynfred Russell Launches Campaign for Brooklyn Park City Council
LCANJ Not Aware of NEC Town Hall Meeting in Newark, NJ
New OLM Board Members Take Over, June 27
George Weah Denies Drug and Money Laundering Allegations
Another Grimes heads to College  As Dr. Seuss once said "You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself
in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who'll decide where to go."
So was the day in joy and celebration as Darius Grimes, another one of the Grimes’ children ended his sojourn in high
school and is on his way to college.full storyOLM BOARD GRANT ONE-WEEK EXTENSION TO ETHICS COMMITTEE  The
Acting Chairman of the Board of Directors, LT. Richard W. Parker, has granted one week of extension to the Ethics Committee
following a request made to the board yesterday through its Chairlady, Margret Toweh. full story
Citizens of Rivercess in the US identify with the County  The Rivercess County Association in the Americas (RCAA) announces the shipment of a 20 foot container of humanitarian aid
to Liberia intended for selected schools and clinics in Rivercess County. According to a news release
from the National Headquarters of RCAA in Minnesota, Full storyLiberian man 'Most Wanted' Rapist Found Guilty
Poverty an obstacle to saving Liberia's rainforest
Dash Wumah takes issues with CDC
Nyemah Wisner to run for the House
Florence Deputie is PCM's "Mother of the Year"  With Pomp and Pageantry and at a very colorful and inspiring ceremony the Pilgrim for Christ Ministries crowned Florence Deputie as Mother of the year 2010-2011. The program which drew a record crowd and an array of Church Leaders and worshippers from within the Liberian Community and the Wesleyan Compact in Minnesota, was held on May 30th at the church’s edifice on 6477 10th Street, Oakdale Minnesota. full story Kulah Parker must Account for community Money?
Mediation commences in the OLM Board Crisis Today
1 Shot in Brooklyn Center Parking Lot
Arthur Zakama is FLAA National President
Diff'rent Strokes' star Gary Coleman dies  PROVO, Utah – Gary Coleman, the child star of the smash 1970s TV sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes" whose later career
was marred by medical and legal problems, died Friday after suffering a brain hemorrhage. He was 42. full storyRemarks by President Obama and President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia before Bilateral Meeting  Well, I want to officially welcome President Sirleaf to the Oval Office. I have been an extraordinary admirer of her work
for many years now. I fondly recall the speech that she delivered in a joint session of Congress when I was still in the Senate.
The United States and Liberia are close friends, long-standing partners, and Liberia is now emerging from a
very difficult period in its history.full story Pelosi Remarks Before Meeting With President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia  Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Congresswoman Nita Lowey and Senator Patrick Leahy,
House and Senate Chairs of the Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations, held a brief press availability this afternoon
with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia prior to theirmeeting at the Capitol. read the full storyUS Pres. Obama hosts Pres. Sirleaf
Land Dispute In Voinjama: The Driving Force Behind The Voinjama Crisis  The recent Voinjama crisis, in which innocent Lormas were killed, the Catholic Mission burned, vandalisation of the
Free Pentecostal Church and the destruction of private properties by Mandingoes, has sparked a sleeping debate, which has
to do with the creation of the Quardu Gboni district. full story
Rev. Fr. Freeman Wants St. Paul Episcopal School Reopened
Liberian Council of Churches (LCC) Inducts new Leadership   The Liberian Council of Churches (LCC) held for the induction into offices of the new corps of officers to spearhead the organization
for the next two years, the Peoples news has learned. full storyEpiscopal church ordains its 2nd openly gay bishop
"I will not run as Vice... to anyone," vows George Weah    The standard Bearer of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Ambassador George Manner Weah, said here exists
no possibility that can dash the Liberian people’s mandate and go as vice running mate in the pending 2011 presidential
elections. full story Conversation with the new Worshipful Master of the Capital City Lodge, Augustine Tatus  Born in Liberia, West Africa, Augustine Tatus, 49, was recently elected the leader
of the Capital City Lodge, No. 2 in Madison, which is affiliated with the Prince Hall Lodges. Before his ascendency to the
Worshipful Master of the Masons in Madison, he served as a Senior Warden and a Secretary of the fraternity for a number of
years. full storyDr. Somah's Address to Liberia National History Project Launching
ULAA Engages Congressman Donald Payne
Nigeria swears in new president
Major foreign and local investments in Liberia
Calls for the boycott of the Govt Officials Meeting   Scores of Liberians around the United States are calling for a boycott of the Liberian Government delegation meeting
in various communities. The Liberians have accused the Minister of planning and his cohorts of tribalism and napotism, while
others feel it is a waste of the Liberian tax payers money. full storyULAA TAKES ISSUE WITH MINISTER IN TRIBALISM
LIBERIA'S PLANNING MINISTER TAKES SIDES IN ULAA CONFLICT ON TRIBAL LINE
Liberia weighing trials for war crimes: minister  Liberia is considering trying perpetrators of the worst crimes committed during its 1989-2003 civil war, in which child soldiers
were recruited, women raped and thousands killed, the justice minister said. full storyLDI releases Report Card Rivercess performs poorly
PARTISAN HAVE BEEN CDC URGED TO CLOSE RANKS Lutheran Church in Liberia Celebrates 150th Anniversary in Twins Cities
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 Former Minister of Posts & Telecommunications, Mr. Roosevelt Gasolin Jayjay has declared his membership
to the ruling Unity Party and pledged his support to President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf to contest the 2011 General and Presidential
Elections. According to the INQUIRER Mr. Jayjay pointed out that his support to President Johnson-Sirleaf is in no way
intended to seek job instead it is based on his acceptability of the output of her government over the past five years. full storyFinancial Expert Hails Ellen's Dev. Initiatives  Mr. FallahMr. Austin S. Fallah a US-based Liberian financial expert has praised the development efforts of
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf''s Government. Outlining some of the efforts undertaken by President Sirleaf on the main campus
of St. Catherine's Catholic University (St. Kate) of Minnesota on the observance of African Night by that institution, Mr.
Fallah said social and economic developments have taken roots and the government must be commended by all well meaning Liberians.
Mr. Fallah with other experts spoke on the topic:" full storyEugene Robinson, First Openly Gay Episcopal Bishop, To Retire In 2013
Who will be the next MN Governor  President Sirleaf Sends Entire Cabinet on Administrative Leave  President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Wednesday evening asked her entire Cabinet to take administrative leave
effective immediately. The President issued the directive at an Emergency Cabinet Meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs on November 3rd. She added that until such time when they are asked to return or their successors have been appointed,
designated Deputies are authorized to act in their stead. full story
New Liberian Non-for-profit Organization to be Launched in Minnesota
The Wish Center Commends Works of The Liberian Journal  The Wish Center would like to thank the Editorial staff and management of The Liberian Journal for its impartial
and selfless support to the Liberian and other communities worldwide. Since its founding nearly five years ago, TLJ has not
only exemplified itself as a medium for and of the people, it has unselfishly presented the issues without fear or favor.
full storyBassa Dorkpah-Minnesota undertakes Big Project in Liberia
PYJs Presidential bid faces setbacks
Dont Change Ellens Govt... Sherman urges Liberians
PUT COMMUNITY INTEREST ABOVE SELFSteve Wilson lambast community leaders
British-Liberia 'Forest-Saving' Scheme Exposes Perils of Carbon Credit Plans
Stephen Wreh-Wilson Addresses Liberians in Minnesota  I am deeply humbled by this invitation, and I must admit that I accepted it without any reservations. It is an honor to be
chosen as the speaker of the day … the Independence celebration of my country, our country. You have afforded me a
renowned opportunity to speak not only to this audience, but to Liberians at home and around the globe with a message of optimism.
full storyRev. Monsignor Roberts Tikpor is National Orator; who is he
Meet the Orator: Liberias 163rd independence Anniversary in St Paul, MN  As we prepare for a ground breaking celebration of Liberia’s 163rd independence anniversary in St. Paul, MN it is important
to take a microscopic look at the orator of the year. Who is he? What does he have to say to the people and about the country
that will make the necessary impact? full storyL C M PRESIDENT INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OLM BOARD CHAIRMAN'S INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE
Yaskey OLM Board disrespects LMA???
Understanding Liberia's Debt Relief
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Nellie T. Francis makes her parents proud
Kulah Parker Drowns, Resorts to Mudslinging
Mansfield & Constance Celebrate 15th anniversary  It is 15 years and counting since Mansfield said "I, take you, Constance, to my wedded Wife, to have and to hold from
this day forward, for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death
us do part, according to God's holy ordinance; and thereto I plight thee my faith and Constance did the same in the reverse.
full storyKulah Parker cannot account for $28,148.87. 
Kulah Parker Fired and Rejected!
Wynna Outland leaves high school in colors
Liberian rape victim's parents freed from AZ jail
In vain recognition, Minister dumps ULAA Imposter, Anthony Kesselly   The die is cast! Yes, indeed, the die is finally cast in the ULAA pretension scandal. The Minister of Planning
and Economic Affairs and head of the Poverty Reduction Strategy, recently visiting Diaspora Liberians, has categorically disclaimed
and utterly dismissed claim by any of the contending ULAA parties of its recognition of the Philadelphia based ULAA-K. full storyOLM COUP LEADER TO STEP DOWN IF
John Tarley gets tough with Yaskey
Rivercess to hold Big Program in Twin Cities
Bassa Association in Minnesota has a new queen
Lucinda Dennis joins Black Gown Elites  As the graduation season kicks off, several Liberians in The United States of America will be amongst the number this year
to recieve degrees and diplomas in various diciplines and Lucinda Patricia Dennis will be counted in that number. The commencement convocation is expected be held on... full story The GOL townhall meetings of Liberians in the Diaspora
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A group of students on Thursday disrupted normal activities on the main campus of the University of Liberia. The students were protesting the proposed increment in tuition and fees announced by the UL Administration. 
A teenage Liberian refugee charged in the gang-rape of an 8-year-old girl in Phoenix last summer pleaded guilty in the case
Tuesday, authorities said. Maricopa County prosecutors said the 15-year-old boy, who was transferred
from adult court to juvenile court last week, 
As the economy worsens and unemployment continues to climb, many African American and African immigrant families are feeling
the pinch. 
Mr. John Tarley, the duly elected Chairman of the Board of Directors of OLM, who was recently unconstitutional
"removed" as Chairman of the Board, has told the OLM Community Intervention Committee that he is still Chairman
of the Board. 
Two Liberians have been killed along the I-80 interstate highway in an Iowa motor crash. The patrol
says 19-year-old Cyrus Wilson and 20-year-old Maita Gayflorsee, both of Moline, Ill., were killed after they were hit late
last Thursday March 11, 2010 near Le Claire. 
The World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) and the World Editors Forum have protested to the President
of Liberia, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, against the use of draconian libel awards to stifle press freedom in the west African nation.
Holy Week is the last week of 
The "Celebration of Life" for the joyous home going of Mrs. Pamela Iona Hanson Kpannah was held on
Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the Mary Our Queen Catholic Church on 6260 The Corner Parkway in the city of Norcross, Georgia.
Internment was held on 5051 Peachtree Industrial Blvd cemetery in Norcross. 
The National Executive President of the Union of Liberian Associations in the Americas (ULAA), Dr. Mariah Y. Seton, leads
a high-powered delegation of the Union to the Buffalo-New York Chapter this weekend. 
ULAA yesterday, March 21, 2010, stormed the U.S. Capital of Washington D.C. to participate in the March For America immigration
reform campaign. The high-powered ULAA delegation was headed by J. Nan Larsah, Jr., the constitutionally elected Chairman
of the National Board of Directors. 
DED for Liberians had been extended for 18 months by President Barack Obama. Since 1991, the United States has provided safe
haven for Liberians who were forced to flee their country as a result of armed conflict and widespread civil strife, in part
through granting Temporary Protected Status (TPS). 
What would happen if Diaspora Liberians just faked their true feeling of disappointment and resentment against the intense
rivalry and entrenched confusion and fighting in ULAA, and scornfully agree with Anthony Kesselly of ULAA-K that indeed, he,
Kesselly was truthful when he claimed that his ULAA-K was the one in charge of the recently held Liberian National Immigration
Conference? 
According to FrontPage Newspaper (‘Unconstitutional’: Suit in U.S. Challenges Automatic Loss of Liberian citizenship,
07/11/2010), Attorney Alvin Teague Jalloh, now resident of
Collingdale, Pennsylvania, USA, represented in Liberia by Counselor Jerome G. Korkoya, "filed a petition with the Supreme
Court of the Republic of Liberia, challenging" what he says is, "the Liberian Government’s erroneous and unconstitutional assumption that a Liberian automatically loses his/her Liberian citizenship
when that Liberian becomes a naturalized citizen of a foreign (sovereign) country . . .". 
Recently Mr. Christain Harris made a reckless and irresponsible statement regarding a cooperative and collaborative initiative
enter into by the OLM and the LCM for the celebration of Liberia's 163th Independence Anniversary. Mr. Edward William Carter,
Jr. Former President of the LCM has taken Mr. harris to task and decided to set the record straight. 
The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Organization of Liberians in Minnesota, Mr. John Tarley has issued a 24-hour
ultimatum to the Executive Director of the Association, Mr. Christian Harris, to retract his statement relative to the joint
hosting of Liberia's 163rd Independence Anniversary Celebration between the Liberian Community of St. Paul (LCM) and the Organization
of Liberians in Minnesota (OLM) or face dire consequences. 
South Brunswick High School science teacher Kathleen Murphy (left), along with students Kristen Huang, Jadmin Mostel, Emily
Saleh and Jacob Saleh, moved new and used school supplies to the loading dock at the school for shipment to a school in Liberia.
Atleta Suomie is already hard at work sweeping the floor and arranging the merchandise in her family’s small store.
Atleta is a top mathematics student and this comes in handy through the morning’s roaring trade. But come lunchtime,
she hands the shop over to her stepmother, changes into her school uniform, collects her books and leaves the shop. 
The OLM Board has acted to restore Dr. John Clarence Yaskey as Chairman as a result of a decision was reached over the weekend
by members of the Board. It can be recalled that recently
these arose another controversy in the OLM where certain members of the Board decided to capitalize in issue of error in judgment
to remove Dr. Yaskey. 
Members of Liberian Catholic Brothers and Sisters in the United States who converged in the Twin cities recently have ended
a successful assembly with the election and induction of a new corp of officers. 
Mrs. Georgette N. Gray
The President, Board of Directors and the Organizing Committee of the Liberian Community in Minnesota-St. Paul wish to invite
all members of the Liberian Community and friends of Liberia to programs marking the 163rd Independence Anniversary of Liberia.
The Liberian ministers of Finance and Planning Augustine K. Ngafuan and Amara Konneh will this Friday July 2 address an OLM
organized Town hall meeting in Minnesota, “to interact with and engage Liberians on the debt reduction and the achievement
of HIPC Completion Point and its Implication for Economic Development in Liberia”, an OLM release signed by Executive
Director Christian Harris said. 
The Chairman of the OLM Board of Directors, Mr.John Tarley, has expressed sincere appreciations to the all members of the
OLM for their continuous support and for standing up for what they believe. 
Members of the organization of Liberians in Minnesota (OLM) have put into place new members
of the Board of Directors. The new members of the Board will replace OLM former board members who failed to comply with the
decision of the community to restore Mr. Tarley as Chairman. Those elected and confirmed to replace the former OLM Board are... 
Sirleaf recently ended years of speculation over her political future by declaring her intention to seek a second term. "I
will be a formidable candidate in the 2011 elections," she daringly declared during her State of the Nation’s address
on January 25, 2010. Sirleaf’s declaration has certainly excited
an already overly-critical opposition -- but for all the wrong reasons. 
Members of Liberian Catholic community in the United States are expected to converge on the Twin cities over the weekend
for their annual meeting and the celebration of the feast of St. John the People’s News has learned. According to the President of the Minnesota Chapter of the Liberian Association of Catholic brothers and sisters
in the Americas, Mr. Gabriel Daniels, several members from various states across the United States will meet here in Minnesota
from June 25 to 27, 2010 during the feast of Saint John. 
George Weah says he was at the Maryland home of a childhood friend when federal agents raided the home for
illegal drug and money laundering. Liberia’s football legend and leader of the main opposition
Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) party George Weah said he is not involved in illegal drug and money laundering. 
Robert Gaye, Liberian man resident in Golden Valley featured on America’s Most Wanted for the May 2006 rape of his 9-year-old
daughter, has been found guilty of one count of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. 
Six months pregnant and with two toddlers to feed, saving the rainforest isn't top of Marita Worjiloh's list of priorities
right now. A log lies smoking amid burned, 
The Minnesota Chapter of Congress for Democratic Change, CDC, has declared its recent elections held in the state “null
and void”, claiming “non-CDC members did indeed infiltrate the polling center and, did participate in the polls,
in contravention of the CDC’s Constitution”. 
An eminent Liberian entrepreneur, Mr. Nyemah Wisner, has expressed his desire to contest the race for representative of the
Jallah Town Constituent number 2. Mr. Wisner made the disclosure during a visit to the Peoples News
room recently. He said he was making the disclosure at this time, because he feels he has what it takes to make Liberia a
better place. 
I am disappointed that you’ve failed to address your role in the mismanagement of our community’s funds, as former
Financial Director of OLM. Instead, you’ve chosen to throw mud at those who report stories provided by the very board
that rejected you. Lately, we see that you’ve gone on a campaign, attacking the auditors, insulting women, threatening
the media, and exploding on members of the board of Directors of OLM. 
Brooklyn Center Police are investigating an over the weekend shooting, where one person was shot in a parking
lot the Peoples News has learned. Police responded
to the scene shortly after midnight to the 5900 block of Shingle Creek Parkway. The shooting took place in the parking during
a social event at Miracle Empowerment Center in Brooklyn Center, MN. The victim in the shooting is a Liberian, Ephraim Zinnah.
Reports reaching the News desk of the Peoples News confirm that Mr. Arthur Zakama Jr, has been 
On Thursday, May 27, President Obama will welcome President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia to the White House. The
United States greatly values its historic bonds with Liberia. Liberia is an important democratic partner of the United
States that has made tremendous strides in consolidating stability, improving governance, and contributing to regional peace
and development in recent years. 
I this evening attended the Liberians for Ellen (LIFE) and the Morgan State University sponsored program at the more than
2,000 seat capacity hall in Baltimore. I was excited when I arrived and by the time the event was over, I felt pleased. Indeed,
a lot of things are changing around here and, as a result of my experience at the program, I left with a completely different
impression than when I took off on my way there. 
Seven years after the 
It is so good to be with you this afternoon in this great City of St. Paul, Minnesota. Today, as we gather in this Church,
for the launching of Liberian National History Project (LNHP) 2010, I extend to you hearty welcome. 
The leadership of the Union of Liberian Associations in the Americas (ULAA) Saturday stormed Newark, the capital city of New
Jersey, to participate in commemorative program in honor and celebration of all who contributed to the recent successful extension
of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for thousands of needy Liberians and their families. 
Following the death of Nigerian President, Umaru Yar'Adua, a new president has been sworn in office, the Peoples News has
learned. According to a France International News release, Nigeria's Goodluck Jonathan was sworn in
Thursday as president of the oil-rich African nation riven by religious and political divisions, hours after the death of
the incumbent. 
The constitutionally elected and duly constituted leadership of the National Board of Directors of the Union of Liberian Associations
in the Americas (ULAA) hereby denounces in the strongest terms possible attempts to misrepresent, deceive and mock the Liberian
people, and perpetuate chaos and division among Diaspora based Liberian organizations. 
Reports reaching the People's News indicate that several law makers who are piad with tax payers money are regularly absent
from sessions. According the Liberia Democratic Institute release of what is called "A Legislative Report Card"
April 28, 2010 marks 150 years of ministry by the Lutheran Church in Liberia (LCL), and Minneapolis churches will add our
voices to the celebration, from across the ocean. Missionaries from the United States traveled to Liberia, West Africa in
1860 and established schools, healthcare facilities including Phebe Hospital, and of course worshipping congregations. 
The first openly gay Episcopal bishop said Saturday that he will retire in 2013, due in part to the "constant strain"
on him and his family from the worldwide backlash against his election seven years ago. 
The adage, "Give a man his flowers while alive," became a reality when the Gbi
& Dorue Development Association of the United States honored Martha Sinoe, former president of the Organization of Liberians
in Minnesota, on Saturday, Sept. 18 at a fundraising and honoring program in St. Paul, Minn. The former president of OLM was
among several Liberians privileged to receive certificates for what was described as their distinguished and humanitarian
contributions towards their communities. 
A non-for-profit organization recently established is scheduled to be launched in Minnesota. American Love Drive for Africa
(ALDALL) will be holding its official launching Program & Fund Raiser, October 30, 2010 at the National Urban League Comm.
Center which is located at the corner of Penn Ave. North and Plymouth Ave. in North Minneapolis. According to the 9nvitation
circulated the program will commence at 5:00 PM. 
The Bassa Dorkpah/UNIBOA Minnesota Chapter has unveiled plans to embark upon a "special project" along the Bassa
high way. According to the president of the Minnesota Chapter of the Bassa
Association in the United States, Mr. Kelvin Gray the project will benefit thousands of motorists, passengers and users of
the high way. 
The question that many Liberians are asking after the celebration of the 163th Independence Anniversary is why give a
platform to an individual who is against the issues that are important to all Liberians? Many Liberians believe she does not
share their concerns and things that are important to them. 
Nimba County Junior Senator Aldophus Dolo has asked his countryman Prince Johnson to wait for another time to contest the
presidency the Peoples News has learned. According to a Star Radio report Senator Dolo observed Prince Johnson could be a
good presidential material but needed time to mature politically. 
The chairman of the ruling Unity Party (UP), Cllr. Varney G. Sherman, has urged Liberians not to change the government of
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf in the upcoming 2011 General and Presidential Elections. Cllr. Sherman warned that changing the government may have the propensity to stall the enormous gains
the UP-led government has achieved over the last five years. 
There are clear signals that efforts to restore peace and harmony to the OLM Board and the community is far from becoming
a reality. Recently, the Liberian Ministerial Association advanced a two-prong proposition:either Mr.
Tarley is reinstated as the Chairman of the Board for a tenure of three-months , or a community town hall meeting be held
at which time an up and down vote be cast for or against the "Yaskie’s Board." 
A renowned Liberian human rights and social justice campaigner has stressed the need for diasporic
Liberian-based community organizations to develop a "participative culture" if progress and harmony is to be achieved
in our community. Delivering the keynote address at program marking the 163 Independence Anniversary of Liberia, jointly held
under the auspices of the LCM and OLM in St. Paul 
A British company's proposal to rent out one-fifth of Liberia's forests for carbon offsetting could have bankrupted the impoverished
West African state, according to a former government adviser. The claim came as the Liberian government yesterday announced
an interim statement on its inquiry into alleged "improprieties" surrounding the $2.2bn deal. 
Liberia celebrates its 163rd year of self-awarded independence on July 26 this year. An
official Executive Mansion protocol release early this week says this year's celebration will take place in Sanniquellie,
the historic administrative headquarters of northern Nimba County. It also names Rev. Monsignor Robert G. Tikpor as the National
Orator. The question is, who is this man? 
As a Liberian, I was filled with joy when I read that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank's International
Development Association (IDA) have decided to SUPPORT US$4.6 billion of debt relief for Liberia. I was discussing
with a friend of mine on the debt relief issue and his response was "our country was awarded debt relief by the international
Financial Institutions (IFIs) and so what?" 
It is often said, "There is one quality that one must
possess to win, and that is definiteness of purpose, the knowledge of what one wants and a burning desire to possess it."
It is against this back drift that Nellie matriculated to the Mankato University of Minnesota. At this high ranking school
some three hour drive from the twin cities Nellie studied Business and Marketing.
The Pilgrim for Christ Ministries will on May 30th celebrate it Mother’s Day in a elaborate program. The occasion will
be held at the church’s edifice 6477 10th Street, Oakdale MN, 55128 and is expected to draw an array of Church Leaders
and worshippers from within the Liberian Community and the Wesleyan Compact in Minnesota. 
It is often said, education is the key to the success. This is one quality that one must possess in order to win, and that
is definiteness of purpose, the knowledge of what one wants and a burning desire to possess it. 
Information reaching the People's news indicates that Mr. Clarance Yaskey stands accused of breaching OLM internal
control procedures when he (Yaskey) spent $1,760.00 (Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty) of OLM funds without disbursement voucher,
vendor (s) invoices, and particularly without the knowledge of the Director of finance or the other members of the Board.
The parents of a 9-year-old Liberian girl who was gang-raped last summer have been freed from a Phoenix jail because court
officials cannot find interpreters who speak their language. The girl's 59-year-old father and 47-year-old mother are charged
with seven counts of 
The Rivercess County Association in the Americas- Minnesota Chapter is expected to hold its inaugural program in the Twin
Cities. According to a press release from the planning committee,
the program will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2010 at the Art US Dinning Recreation Center on 1221 Marshall Avenue in Saint
Paul, Minnesota. 
The Grand Bassa County Association in the United States, Minnesota Chapter has a new queen. She is Ms. Monkojay Lavien. The association had its bi-annual Queen Contest, Fashion Extravaganza and Ball over the weekend in at the Odyssey
Academy building in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. 
The Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf Government of Liberia (GOL), according to news reports, has planned to hold a series
of townhall meetings among Liberians in the United States of America, Europe, Ghana, and other places outside of Liberia so
as to glean input from Liberians everywhere vis-à-vis poverty reduction in Liberia. Enter supporting content here