The peaceful protest took place between the Executive Mansion, which is the official seat of Presidency, and the Capitol Building, the official seat of the Lawmakers. The Council of Patriots (CoP), headed by popular talk show host, Henry P. Costa, said Monday’s protest is in continuation of the June 7, 2019, peaceful assembly aimed at calling on the government to address the economic hardship. Rep. Kolubah said he was informed by some officers of the Liberia National Police, while heading to his residence to return for the continuation of the protest. The much publicized protest started peacefully early Monday morning and ran well beyond 5 p.m., with protesters chanting slogans and singing songs of protest against the government. Inspector General Sudue, confirmed that several protesters were wounded by the use of teargas, and an additional 18 people arrested by joint security officers during the protest.

Source: Daily Observer January 07, 2020 02:38 UTC