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Salvation Army University Slashes Tuition by 50%

By Bill W. Cooper

The Salvation Army Polytechnic University has announced a 50 percent reduction in tuition fees across all colleges, a move aimed at expanding access to higher education for students facing economic hardship.

The decision, approved by the university’s Board of Trustees and announced by President Jonathan Minagogo Hart, took effect on May 16, 2026.

Under the new fee structure, students in the College of Health Sciences will pay US$7.50 per credit hour, while those enrolled in Agriculture, Business, Education, Theology, and Engineering will pay US$6 per credit hour.

University officials said the reduction is intended to ease the financial burden on students, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds, while advancing the institution’s mission of providing affordable and accessible education. Hart urged other universities to consider similar measures and encouraged prospective students to take advantage of the opportunity to pursue higher education at reduced costs.

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51% Female Candidates Participate in WASSCE in Maryland

By Moses J. Dawoe

Education authorities in Maryland County have reported a historic milestone as female students account for 51 percent of candidates sitting this year’s West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Maryland County Education Officer Larry Nimely disclosed that 955 female students and 914 male students are participating in the examination, bringing the total number of candidates to 1,864.

The county has established 16 examination centers, including two new centers aimed at allowing students to write the exams closer to their communities. Nimely attributed the increase in female participation to the Ministry of Education’s efforts to promote girls’ education and improve enrollment, retention, and completion rates.

He also highlighted ongoing challenges facing the county’s education sector, including deteriorating school infrastructure and insufficient government support for renovations.

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Audit Bombshell Hits Nimba
— Over Financial Irregularities

By Bill W. Cooper

A General Auditing Commission (GAC) report has uncovered significant financial irregularities involving more than US$12 million and over L$55 million within the administration of Nimba County.

The audit, covering the period from July 2018 to December 2023, revealed unsupported expenditures, abandoned projects, procurement discrepancies, unexplained budget variances, and weak financial controls involving county funds, including the County Development Fund and Social Development Fund.

Among the findings were more than US$2.5 million in payments lacking supporting documentation, US$335,000 in unaccounted spare parts procurement, over US$735,000 in abandoned development projects, and a US$5 million discrepancy between financial and fiscal reports. The report also questioned the management of US$1.49 million in Social Development Fund contributions from ArcelorMittal Liberia.

The findings place several current and former county officials under scrutiny and are expected to intensify calls for investigations, recoveries, and possible prosecutions.

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“You Are Retired But Not Tired”
Bishop Quire Charges Retiree B.B. Colley

By Staff Writer

The Resident Bishop of the United Methodist Church of the Liberia Annual Conference, Samuel Quire, has praised veteran Lutheran clergyman Bartholomew Bioh Colley for his 42 years of dedicated ministry, describing him as “retired but not tired.”

The remarks were made during a retirement ceremony held by Trinity Lutheran Parish, marking the end of Rev. Colley’s active pastoral service after more than four decades with the Lutheran Church in Liberia. Bishop Quire encouraged the retiree to continue providing mentorship, guidance, and prayers to younger church leaders.

Rev. Colley and his wife, Nora Colley, were honored by church leaders, congregants, civil society representatives, and national figures for their years of service. In his remarks, Rev. Colley emphasized integrity, accountability, and faith in God as the foundation of a lasting legacy, while pledging continued support to the church whenever needed.

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Liberia Scores Major Maritime Victory in Greece
— 150 New Vessels Eye Registry, Seafarer Jobs Expand

Liberia has secured a major boost to its maritime sector following successful engagements at Posidonia 2026 in Athens, Greece, with more than 150 new vessels expected to join the country’s ship registry. The development emerged from high-level meetings led by Liberia Maritime Authority CEO Neto Zarzar Lighe with global shipping stakeholders, including shipowners, investors, and vessel managers.

According to the Liberia Maritime Authority, the anticipated fleet expansion reflects growing international confidence in Liberia’s registry, one of the world’s largest maritime flag administrations. In addition to vessel registrations, several international shipping companies have expressed interest in employing more Liberian seafarers, creating new job opportunities and supporting national development goals.

Lighe described Liberia’s participation at Posidonia 2026 as a strategic success that strengthens the country’s reputation as a trusted maritime nation while generating increased revenue and employment prospects.

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In Margibi:
Former Officials Call For New Generation of Leaders

By Moses M. Tokpah

Two former Margibi County officials have publicly opposed proposals that could result in prolonged political leadership, arguing that the county needs fresh leadership and greater opportunities for younger generations.

Speaking during the Kakata Day Celebration, former Representative Saah Richard Gbollie and former Senator Roland Kaine urged residents to reject efforts they described as extending leadership terms to 30 years.

The former officials said long periods in office can lead to stagnation and limit opportunities for new leaders.

Their comments come amid ongoing debate over the political future of Senator James Emmanuel Nuquay, whose previous service as representative and current tenure as senator could total 21 years of representation if completed.

The speakers emphasized youth inclusion, accountability, and leadership renewal as essential for the county’s future development.

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