AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDrug Probe & Witness Protection: Liberia’s Witnesses Protection Agency says it will use involuntary measures to force cooperation from persons of interest in the US$19.2m RIA cocaine case, including possible return to Liberia, while turning over Paul J. King to the police for a cooperation statement. Health Policy: President Joseph Boakai received the Liberia Health Equity Fund for Universal Health Coverage bill, aimed at creating a national health insurance system and a Health Equity Authority to cut out-of-pocket costs. Justice: A Bong County court sentenced Peter Kollie (“Contee”) to 30 years for the acid murder of Rufus Collie. Energy & Power Access: Government signed an MOU with AfriLight Energy for a 50MW solar plant plus battery storage to stabilize the grid and reduce outages; LERC also held a hearing on restoring electricity in Buchanan after nearly four decades. Governance & Elections: Four parties back keeping Liberia’s 2% election threshold, while PUL opposes it. Labour Rules: The Labour Ministry tightened work permit requirements, demanding proof jobs were advertised for 30 days and that no qualified Liberians are available. Anti-Corruption: Liberia was elected to represent West Africa on AAACA’s executive committee. Youth & Rights: Hundreds attended Liberia’s SRHR Youth Jamboree in Monrovia, mixing advocacy with health education.
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