Liberia: Senate’s Committee on Defense and Security Raises Alarm Over Poor Security at the Liberian Senate

Monrovia — The Chairperson of the Senate’s Committee on Defense and Security, Senator Momoh Cyrus, has raised concerns over the inadequate security measures at the Liberian Senate. 

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By Selma Lomax, [email protected]

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The Lofa County lawmaker emphasized that the current security situation is exposing lawmakers to potential threats.

“Security here at the Senate is at its lowest,” Senator Cyrus stated. “We need to beef up the security here for the safety of every lawmaker.”

Senator Cyrus’ comments come in the wake of a recent fire outbreak at the legislature, which has drawn widespread public concern, especially regarding the absence of CCTV cameras at the seat of the first branch of government. 

Despite over a month passing since the fire incident, no CCTV footage has emerged to shed light on the event.

During Thursday’s regular sitting of the Senate, Senator Cyrus called on the leadership of the Senate to give serious attention to the committee’s report currently before the body. 

He stressed that the recommendations within the report are designed to address the existing security vulnerabilities effectively.

In response to the concerns, the Senate has begun implementing more stringent security measures. These include a thorough search of all individuals attempting to access the Senate wing of the Legislature. 

Additionally, several individuals have been prohibited from bringing bags into the main chambers. Sources indicate that these measures are part of a broader security overhaul expected to be rolled out in the coming weeks.

As the Senate continues to grapple with security challenges, the ongoing investigation into the fire and the push for enhanced security remain top priorities for lawmakers.