Monrovia, Oct. 27 -- President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has called on Liberians to take pride in their nation's achievements and contributions to global peace and development as the country joined the world in marking the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations.

By Patience M. Jones

Speaking at a colorful ceremony held at the Booker Washington Institute (BWI) in Kakata City, Margibi County, President Boakai commended Liberia's longstanding partnership with the United Nations and reminded citizens of the country's historic role as one of the UN's founding members in 1945.

"Liberians, you ought to be proud of yourselves. You've achieved a lot, but sometimes you don't know," the President said, urging citizens to reflect on Liberia's progre...