Africa-Press – Liberia. In anticipation of the much-publicized “Enough is Enough” protest slated for July 17, the Ministry of Justice over the weekend held talks with representatives of Solidarity of Trust for a New Day (STAND), a civic advocacy group organizing a series of peaceful demonstrations from July 15 to 17.
The protest, endorsed by allied organizations including the “We The People Movement,” several civil society groups, and the Youth League of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), aims to voice grievances over alleged governance failures and issues of injustice under the administration of President Joseph Boakai.
During the meeting, held in the Ministry’s Conference Room, Inspector General of Police Col. Gregory Coleman urged the organizers to ensure that the protests remain peaceful and within the bounds of the law.
“We recognize the constitutional right to peaceful assembly and expression,” Col. Coleman stated. “However, we urge STAND and its supporters to conduct themselves responsibly. Any acts of violence, provocation, or public disorder will not be tolerated.”
The Ministry of Justice, through the Liberia National Police, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting democratic freedoms while prioritizing public safety and order.
STAND’s leadership, in response, pledged full cooperation with law enforcement and confirmed their willingness to abide by all guidelines set forth in the demonstration permit. The group emphasized that their planned actions would be peaceful and aimed at fostering constructive dialogue with national authorities.
Friday’s meeting was attended by representatives of STAND, the CDC Youth League, the Liberia Council of Churches, and members of the Joint Security.
Meanwhile, STAND chairman Mulbah K. Morlu, Jr. issued a public statement in Monrovia, calling on citizens across the country to intensify mobilization efforts to ensure a strong turnout on July 17.
“We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to peace, nonviolence, and respect for law and order,” Morlu said. “All protesters and supporters are urged to remain calm, disciplined, and focused — rejecting any form of provocation, violence, or disruption.
Morlu added, the ‘Enough is Enough’ protest is an unshakable, peaceful people’s movement, rooted in courage, conviction, and justice, and will never back down, be silenced, or compromised in the face of oppression.”
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