Monrovia -Liberia’s Minister of Justice and Attorney-General, N. Oswald Tweh Sr., along with Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, is urging citizens to remain calm as the government works to resolve ongoing concerns along the Liberia-Guinea border.
Speaking at a special press briefing, Minister Tweh, who also chairs the Joint Security, acknowledged rising public anxiety and frustration over what many see as delays in addressing the situation.
He assured citizens that the government is actively engaged, noting that President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has already held discussions with his Guinean counterpart to pursue a peaceful resolution.
According to Minister Tweh, the issue involves complex alignment matters, including technical and administrative challenges that require careful negotiation.
He emphasized that such disputes are not unusual between neighboring countries and cannot be resolved instantly. Diplomacy and dialogue, he said, remain Liberia’s top priorities.
He also addressed concerns about limited public updates, explaining that while transparency is important, certain details must remain confidential during sensitive negotiations.
“Progress is being made, even if it is not always visible,” he stated, reassuring the public that there is no cause for panic.
He added that Liberia’s Joint Security remains fully engaged in maintaining peace and stability. On the international level, Tweh noted that Liberia is focusing on regional solutions, particularly through ECOWAS, before considering escalation to global bodies such as the United Nations.
Meanwhile, Information Minister Piah echoed the call for calm and cautioned against the spread of misinformation.
He stressed the importance of relying on credible sources, especially as misleading narratives continue to circulate on social media.
Piah explained that government communication is deliberate and fact-based, not driven by constant updates.
He reassured citizens that a lack of frequent announcements does not indicate inaction, emphasizing that authorities are actively managing the situation behind the scenes.
He warned that misinformation threatens national unity and public trust, urging citizens, media institutions, and community leaders to avoid spreading unverified claims.
Both ministers encouraged Liberians to remain law-abiding and supportive, reaffirming the government’s commitment to peace, stability, and a lasting resolution.
