Isaac D.E. Bantu
LiberiajournalistMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Isaac D.E. Bantu was a respected BBC correspondent who endured significant persecution during the civil unrest in Liberia, exemplifying the risks faced by journalists during the country's struggles for democracy.
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Isaac D.E. Bantu issued statements critical of the government regarding the prevailing state of affairs in Liberia.
President Boakai’s Recent Visit to California: Opportunities Missed; A call for Foreign Minister Nyanti to Investigate | CommentariesDaily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·Liberia· 2026-06-02
Liberia· 2026-06-02
Isaac D.E. Bantu is one of the former leaders of the Press Union of Liberia expressing concern about rising ethnic and religious tensions.
Demanding Clear Government Position on Rising Ethnic and Religious Tensions Amid Reports of Islamic Paramilitary Operations in Liberia | CommentariesDaily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·Liberia· 2026-02-24
Liberia· 2026-02-24
I served as the first secretary general of ALJA - under internationally honored journalist Isaac D. E. Bantu, vice president.
Applauding the Boakai Gov’t. for Boost in US-Liberia Relations, Diaspora Pivot, but … | CommentariesDaily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·Liberia· 2025-11-06
Liberia· 2025-11-06
BBC correspondent Isaac D.E. Bantu was detained for six months without charge during the insurrection.
The Reburial of Doe and Tolbert: A Roadmap for National Reconciliation | CommentariesDaily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·Liberia· 2025-07-04
Liberia· 2025-07-04
