Monrovia, Liberia – The Government of Liberia has vowed to push back against what it describes as a growing wave of propaganda and misinformation targeting the state, with Information Minister Jerolinmek M. Piah declaring that the administration will no longer remain silent in the face of what it believes are coordinated attempts to undermine public confidence in government institutions.
Speaking on the issue, Minister Piah said the government has a responsibility to respond to false narratives that have the potential to mislead the public, create unnecessary fear, and weaken trust in state institutions.
According to the Information Minister, while the Boakai administration remains committed to upholding constitutional rights, including freedom of speech and freedom of the press, those freedoms should not be used to deliberately spread misinformation or propaganda against the state.
Piah stressed that the Ministry of Information will continue to provide factual and timely information to the public and will actively counter narratives it believes are intended to distort the truth or damage Liberia’s democratic institutions.
“The Government of Liberia will not remain silent in the face of propaganda directed against the state,” the minister asserted.
The Minister’s remarks come amid heightened political tensions and increasing public debate surrounding several national issues, including the government’s handling of the reported US$19.2 million cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport, allegations exchanged between political actors, and preparations for planned anti-government demonstrations.
In recent weeks, public discourse has intensified across traditional and social media platforms, with opposition figures, civil society organizations, and government officials trading accusations over governance, accountability, corruption, and national security.
The government has consistently maintained that it remains committed to transparency and the rule of law while rejecting what it describes as misinformation intended to discredit state institutions.
Minister Piah said the Ministry of Information will continue engaging citizens through regular press briefings, public awareness campaigns, and official communication channels to ensure that Liberians have access to accurate information on matters of national importance.
His comments underscore the government’s determination to defend its policies and institutions while navigating increasing political scrutiny ahead of key national developments.
