President Joseph Nyuma Boakai of Liberia has arrived in Rome to participate in the World Food Forum, which is scheduled to commence on Monday, October 14, 2024. The Liberian delegation touched down at Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and was greeted by Mr. Javier D. Fernandez, Head of Protocol at the Vatican, along with Liberia's Ambassador to Italy, Andrew Kronyanh, and his team. Madam Bintia Stephen Tehicaya, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Representative to Liberia, was also present. Read More »

The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Alieu Touray, in coordination with Leonardo Santos Simão, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General and Head of UNOWAS, has initiated a Joint Monitoring Mission to Sierra Leone. The mission is set to take place from October 15-18, 2024, focusing on the implementation of the Agreement for National Unity signed between Sierra Leone's government and the All Peoples Congress (APC) party on October 18, 2023. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. of Liberia has embarked on an official visit to Rome, Italy, to deliver a keynote address at the World Food Forum. The event is organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and runs from October 14 to 18, 2024. It aims to bring together global leaders and stakeholders to discuss issues related to food security, sustainable agriculture, and rural development. Read More »

In a recent development aimed at boosting integration and trade, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), with support from the African Development Bank, have completed equipping the Ekok/Mfum Joint Border Post between Nigeria and Cameroon. This initiative is part of the broader Nigeria-Cameroon Multinational Highway and Transport Facilitation Programme. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has initiated the construction of Liberia's first utility-scale solar plant. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on October 11, 2024, in Harrisburg, Montserrado County. This project is a significant step in Liberia's pursuit of renewable energy solutions. Read More »

Nigerian Breweries Plc has entered into a power purchase agreement with UK-based energy developer Konexa. Read More »

Esomnofu Ifechukwu, a teacher from Crown Grace School in Mararaba, Nassarawa State, has been named the winner of the 2024 Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition. The announcement was made during the competition's Grand Finale held in Lagos on October 11, 2024. Read More »

Representing the Speaker of the House of Commons, Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Senior Clerk Liam Laurence Smyth concluded his week-long visit to St Helena. The visit aimed to share Mr. Smyth's expertise in the UK’s parliamentary system and enhance bilateral relations. Read More »

The Directorate of Financial Report and Grants conducted a five-day training session from October 7 to 11, 2024, focusing on Contingent Owned Equipment for Peacekeeping Accountants. The course took place in Lagos, Nigeria, coordinated by the Nigerian Army College of Logistics and Management. Read More »

Nigerian Breweries Plc, a leading brewing company in Nigeria, has announced an extension for its N599.1 billion rights issue acceptance period. The new deadline is set for Friday, October 18, 2024. This change comes after receiving regulatory approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Initially, the acceptance period was scheduled to close on October 11, 2024. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. of Liberia has urged the global community to address the escalating food insecurity crisis, especially in Africa. Speaking at the World Food Forum in Rome, President Boakai emphasized the urgency of action against hunger and malnutrition. Read More »

The Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB) for West and Central Africa Public Sector Team, along with a four-member delegation, met with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai in Rome. The meeting focused on discussions about a proposed fifty million dollar concessional loan aimed at developing Liberia's agriculture sector, particularly rice production. Read More »

Honourable Justice Ricardo Claúdio Monteiro Gonçalves has been elected as the new President of the ECOWAS Court of Justice. The election took place on Monday, October 14, 2024, and he will serve a two-year term. Justice Gonçalves takes over from Honourable Justice Edward Amoako Asante, who served as President for six years since July 31, 2018. Read More »

In a collaborative effort to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, ECOMIG and the Gambian Defence and Security Forces (GDSF) have launched an awareness campaign. The initiative began with a route march through Greater Banjul on October 4, 2024, followed by an official ceremony at the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The event was attended by dignitaries from the ECOWAS Permanent Mission, ECOMIG, and GDSF. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has announced the new members of the Board of Directors for the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA). The appointees include Mr. David Vinton as Chairman, with Madam Mauree Shaw and Madam Eyvonne Bright Dennis serving as members. Other board members represent key government ministries, including Finance & Development Planning, Justice, and Commerce. The Commissioner General will serve as Secretary to the Board. Read More »

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai of Liberia met with a European Investment Bank (EIB) delegation in Rome to discuss a $50 million concessional loan aimed at developing the rice value chain in Liberia. The EIB team was led by Vice President for West and Central Africa, Madam Gelsomina Vigliotti. Read More »

The United Kingdom has announced a new cooperation arrangement with the government of St Helena regarding future migrants arriving on the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT). This development follows an agreement between the UK and Mauritius concerning the BIOT/Chagos Archipelago. Read More »

The third edition of the ECOWAS Hackathon commenced on October 15, 2024, in Abuja. The event has attracted 44 young individuals, aged between 18 and 35, from 11 ECOWAS Member States and Mauritania. These participants will engage in a "catch the flag" hackathon lasting 30 hours. This competition is designed to develop and refine cybersecurity skills by finding as many flags as possible within the given timeframe. Read More »

His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has reiterated his dedication to enhancing Liberia's presence in Europe, aligning with the desires of its citizens. During a meeting with the Liberian community in Rome, President Boakai highlighted the significance of an educated workforce for national progress. Read More »

The Director General of Guinea Conakry Customs, General Moussa Camara, acknowledged the training organized by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission. This initiative was designed to improve the skills of trainers on the ECOWAS Revised Preferential Treatment framework. Read More »