Liberia Bans Militia Amid Fear of Extremism SpilloverLiberian authorities moved swiftly on Monday to ban a militia group established by migrant Fulanis residing in the country. Operating under the name National Fula Security of Liberia (NFSL), the group's emergence has sparked public concern. The government's decision follows a viral video showing members assembled in coordinated formation. The footage ignited a heated debate on social media, with many questioning the legality of a single ethnic group performing security functions. In a strongly worded statement, the Ministry of Justice ordered the immediate cessation of all NFSL activities, declaring that no authorization had ever been granted for its establishment.

Source: Daily Observer February 17, 2026 11:43 UTC