He warned that this move risks deepening religious and ethnic tensions within Liberia’s already fragile socio-political environment. This coordination was particularly vital in densely populated urban areas where state security presence is often spread thin. Beyond the dissolution order, the CDC Secretary General raised troubling allegations regarding the treatment of religious sites and leadership. He claimed that some mosques were either demolished or forcibly entered and that several Imams were harassed by state security officers. This unfolding controversy exposes a long-standing tension in Liberia: the delicate balance between enforcing national security regulations and respecting informal community structures.

Source: GNN Liberia February 20, 2026 12:01 UTC