Liberia: Hundreds Rally in Monrovia to Protest Against Joseph Boakai’s Government

Liberia: Hundreds rally in Monrovia to protest against Joseph Boakai’s government

In Liberia, hundreds took to the streets on Thursday, angry over perceived corruption in President Joseph Boakai's government and democratic backsliding in the West African country. Critics also accuse Boakai of economic mismanagement. Protesters say they are concerned about the rising cost of living, alleged police misconduct and political pressure on opposition voices.

"Enough Is Enough": Liberians protest for justice, jobs, and accountability

While no violence was reported, Monrovia’s usually bustling streets were quieter than normal, as many residents opted to stay home, fearing possible unrest. President Boakai’s office has yet to respond publicly to the protest or its demands.

Liberia: Protesters Issue 14-Day Ultimatum - Promise to Return

Normal business activities across parts of Monrovia were paralyzed on Thursday, July 17, as thousands of Liberians gathered in a massive, peaceful protest demanding accountability and reform from the administration of President Joseph Boakai.

‘Enough is enough’: Liberians rally against Boakai gov’t, demanding justice and jobs – The North Africa Post

Chanting “enough is enough,” hundreds of Liberians took to the streets of Monrovia on Thursday (17 July) in the largest protest since President Joseph Boakai took office last year. Led by opposition figure Mulbah Morlu, demonstrators voiced growing anger over unfulfilled promises, job losses, and the government’s failure to establish a war crimes court. The […]

Liberians Stage Protest Over Boakai’s Unmet Campaign Promises

By Enyichukwu Enemanna Hundreds of demonstrators besieged the streets of Liberia’s capital, Monrovia, on Thursday, chanting “enough is enough” and demanding accountability from President Joseph Boakai’s administration, accusing it of failure to meet campaign promises nearly two years in office. The protest was led by an opposition leader, Mulbah Morlu, and marks a sharp resentment among citizens since Boakai took office last year with a promise …