As hundreds protested in Monrovia over the alleged missing billions of dollars in Liberian banknotes, it was business as usual in Ganta, with no protests in sight.
Bring Back Our Money Campaign Intensifies
In the wake of billions of Liberian dollars in banknotes reportedly going missing, several groups of Liberians staged a peaceful protest outside the U.S. Embassy on Monday, September 24 and intensified their campaign to mount pressure on the government.
Under Heavy Rain, Protestors Call for Independent Investigation Into Missing Billions
On a rainy Monday morning, hundreds of Liberians trekked to the U.S. Embassy on Benson Street to protest the allegedly missing billions of dollars in Liberian banknotes.
Gov’t Assures Citizens of Protection During Protest
Amid a planned demonstration on Monday, September 24 outside the U.S. Embassy on Benson Street, the Liberian government has assured all citizens and residents to go about their normal activities on the day of the protest.
U.S. Embassy Issues Demonstration Alert to Citizens in Monrovia
The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has issued a demonstration alert for its citizens residing in the country.
Activist Group Frowns on Gov’t for Reducing Key Ministries’ Budget
A group known as the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia has voiced its disapproval with Pres. George Weah’s decision to reduce the budget of the several ministries and agencies in his recast budget submitted to the legislature.