Africa-Press – Liberia. The longstanding land dispute between the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) and residents of the 72nd Community moved closer to resolution on Monday as the House of Representatives proposed a six-month leave and compensation package for those residing in the AFL-military buffer zone.
On Monday, the Speaker of the House and members of the Legislature met with concerned residents who voiced their hardships due to the impending AFL eviction and pleaded for government intervention.
Montserrado County District #5 Representative, Hon. Prescilla Abram Cooper, presented her constituents’ petitions to the House leadership for consideration.
During deliberations, lawmakers—including Montserrado District #1’s Rep. Rugi Barry and Sinoe County District #2’s Rep. Samson Q. Wiah—expressed sympathy for the affected residents and advocated for compensation. Rep. Wiah urged the House to allocate emergency funds to support those impacted.
“I’m saddened about this, and I consider myself to be a part of them. Based on the situation, I recommend that emergency funds be included in the current or recast budget to help them,” Rep. Wiah stated.
He further encouraged a thorough investigation into the AFL Barracks land and its buffer zone, highlighting concerns about the use of what was intended as a no-man’s land.
Affected residents expressed gratitude to the House leadership for hearing their concerns during what they described as a challenging period for their families.
Lawmakers believe that a structured relocation and compensation plan will provide relief to those impacted, safeguard citizens’ rights, and serve public interest.
The dispute, which began when the AFL moved to reclaim its properties on January 20, 2026, lasted over two weeks. Many residents claim occupancy predates the construction of the AFL barracks in 1985, with some holding legitimate deeds and others seeking compensation under the government’s eminent domain.
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