AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoInfrastructure Push: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai broke ground for the 1.9km Japan Freeway extension from the Freeport of Monrovia to the Gabriel Tucker Bridge, calling it a “lifeline” for trade and daily mobility. Energy & Power: The House ratified a US$57m loan to expand solar generation and add battery storage at Mount Coffee, aiming to boost renewable output and grid stability. Governance & Oversight: Liberia’s Senate opened an inquiry into the prolonged suspension of National ID card issuance after complaints hit banking, telecoms, and commerce. Anti-Drug Accountability: Pressure is mounting over Liberia’s US$19.2m cocaine probe, with youth leaders and lawmakers questioning slow progress and calling for stronger focus on airport security gaps. Education & Jobs: CBL kicked off consultations for the second phase of national financial education; NALSP and Tamma will roll out a digital learning platform for high schools; LWSC launched short-term employment for young graduates and students. Women, Peace & Security: Liberia validated its Third Women, Peace and Security Action Plan for 2031, with UN Women and the AU supporting implementation. Mining Crackdown: Government operationalized the Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) to curb illegal mining and improve enforcement.
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