By By: Domingo Dargbeh
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The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Justice, has launched the long-awaited anti-mob violence campaign in Monrovia, aiming to end mob justice and promote adherence to the rule of law.
Speaking at the launch of the National Anti-Mob Violence Campaign in Monrovia, the Liberian leader emphasized that violence undermines both the economy and national security. “We must respect the rule of law to be part of the international community,” he said.
He promised that the campaign would be extended nationwide, featuring town-hall meetings designed to educate citizens—particularly the youth—on the dangers of mob violence. “Violence cannot solve problems; we must work together,” he added.
The goals of the campaign are twofold: first, to encourage citizens to pursue justice through appropriate legal channels by instilling confidence that the justice system can and will deliver outcomes based on fairness, equity, and integrity; and second, to promote a coherent vision of a safe Liberia, where investment, economic growth, and social stability can thrive, unimpeded by the threat of mob violence.
For his part, Justice Minister Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh also condemned recent incidents of mob violence, citing occurrences in Weala and Paynesville. He pledged to rebuild public trust in Liberia’s justice system through education and outreach, encouraging citizens to seek justice legally rather than resorting to vigilantism. The campaign will include workshops and community dialogues aimed at fostering peace and stability.
Cllr. Tweh further expressed grave concern over the stark rise in mob violence, warning that it threatens the very fabric of Liberian communities and endangers the security and well-being of the population.
