Monrovia – The streets of Monrovia erupted Thursday with chants, resistance songs, and raw emotion as thousands of protesters intensified their demands for change under the Boakai-Koung administration. Demonstrators accused the President of violating the Constitution, mismanaging the economy, and worsening the already dire living conditions of ordinary Liberians.
By Jaheim T. Tumu, [email protected]
Waving placards and shouting slogans like “Enough is Enough!”, “We Want Jobs, Not Suffering!”, and “Boakai Must Hear Us Now!”, the protesters delivered a powerful message: they are tired of promises and demand results.
“Boakai is a political BM. He does not respect the Constitution!” shouted one protester, using the term BM—short for “Black Money”—which in this context refers to unchecked, opaque governance and alleged misuse of public funds.
“The Generator Eats More Than Us” – Protesters Slam LTA Leadership
Among the sea of signs and slogans, one placard stood out: “Generator is eating more than us!”
The sign was a scathing reference to Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) Commissioners who have come under scrutiny for reportedly receiving hefty compensation while most Liberians struggle to afford food and electricity.
“They sit in air-conditioned offices while we can’t even feed our children. Even the generators are living better than us,” another protester fumed.
The protests, organized under the “Enough is Enough” movement, reflected growing frustration with skyrocketing prices, joblessness, and what many described as a glaring disconnect between the government and the people.
“It’s About Justice, Not Politics”
Philo Koffa, a human rights advocate who joined the protest, said the demonstrations transcend party lines.
“This isn’t about CDC or ANC — this is about the rule of law and human dignity,” she declared.
Another protester, who identified himself as “SunnyBoy,” criticized the administration’s priorities.
“Boakai cannot sign a $1.8 billion agreement while the people are eating garri with salt. The protest is peaceful for now, but our patience is wearing thin,” he warned.
He continued: “The President needs to listen to the people. He’s killing us with this suffering. He’s removing qualified people from tenured positions just to reward his friends. We will remain peaceful—but if they act otherwise, we will respond accordingly.”
First Major Protest of the Boakai Era
President Boakai, who campaigned on promises of integrity, experience, and national rescue, is now facing the first major street protest of his presidency.
Critics argue that his administration has so far failed to deliver meaningful relief to struggling citizens, despite entering office with widespread public support and goodwill.
Despite heightened tensions, Thursday’s protest remained largely peaceful. Riot police were deployed at key government buildings including the Capitol, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Executive Mansion.
There were no major reports of violence, but authorities say they are closely monitoring the situation, particularly as signs emerge that the protests may soon spread into other counties.
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