Nigeria and Liberia draws in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier
The Super Eagles of Nigeria were forced to a 2-2 draw by the Lone Stars of Liberia in the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier played in Paynesville, Liberia on Saturday, InformAfrica have gathered.
Charles Taylor Convicted on all 11 Counts; Sentencing Scheduled for 30 May
Charles Ghankay Taylor, the former President of Liberia, was convicted today on all counts of an 11-count indictment which alleged that he was responsible for crimes committed by rebel forces during Sierra Leone’s decade-long civil war. The Special Court’s Trial Chamber II found unanimously that Mr. Taylor aided and abetted RUF and AFRC rebels in the commission of war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sierra Leone.
Charles Taylor verdict sends message that no one is above the law -Amnesty
The conviction of Charles Taylor by the Special Court for Sierra Leone sends out a clear message to leaders the world over that no-one is immune from justice but while the verdict brings some satisfaction for his victims more must now be done, said Amnesty International.
African Petroleum selects paradigm interpretation suite in blocks 8 and 9 offshore Liberia
African Petroleum has successfully used Paradigm’s advanced seismic interpretation tools for detailed stratigraphic interpretation of multiple fan systems in blocks 8 and 9 offshore Liberia, resulting in a significant oil discovery.
Liberia: Report on genital mutilation draws threats
The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Liberian authorities to ensure the safety of journalists who have been repeatedly threatened for exposing the practice of female genital mutilation in the country.
United Nations, Liberian Govt to discuss International Women’s Day 2012
UNMIL will host its weekly press briefing at its Pan African Plaza Headquarters in Sinkor at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 7 March 2012.
Special Court for Sierra Leone To Deliver Charles Taylor Judgment
Judgment in the trial of former Liberian President Charles Taylor will take place on 26 April 2012, in accordance with a Scheduling Order issued today by Trial Chamber II.
Liberia’s Senate to consider bill against gay marriage
A Liberian senator says the Senate will consider a bill to strengthen the West African nation’s existing anti-gay laws.
11,000 Liberian refugees in Ghana to lose status
Liberian refugees living in the Bububuram refugee camp in the Central region of Ghana will lose their status as refugees by June 2012. The decision which is being implemented by the international community will cut aid supplies to the refugees.
