Greenville, Sinoe County – Sinoe County Superintendent Hon. Alexander Nah Sleweon has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting Sapo National Park by spearheading a high-level stakeholder engagement aimed at addressing the increasing threat of illegal activities and unauthorized occupation within Liberia’s largest protected rainforest.
The strategic meeting brought together senior representatives from the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), the Ministry of National Defense, the Forestry Development Authority (FDA), and the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation (WCF). Discussions centered on strengthening inter-agency collaboration and developing practical measures to curb illegal mining, unlawful settlements, poaching, and other activities that continue to threaten the park’s biodiversity and ecological significance.
Speaking during the engagement, Superintendent Sleweon emphasized that safeguarding Sapo National Park is not solely the responsibility of a single institution but a national obligation that requires the collective efforts of government agencies, conservation partners, local communities, and security institutions. He stressed that stronger coordination and sustained enforcement are essential to preserving the park’s unique wildlife, forests, and natural resources.
The Superintendent noted that his administration has consistently prioritized dialogue and collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure that illegal occupants are removed through lawful processes while preventing further encroachment into the protected area. According to him, protecting the park today is critical to securing Liberia’s environmental future and preserving an important national asset for generations to come.
Participants at the meeting reaffirmed their commitment to working together to strengthen security operations, improve monitoring within the park, and support conservation initiatives that promote responsible environmental management. They also discussed the importance of maintaining regular communication among institutions to ensure timely responses to emerging threats.
The Sinoe County Administration reiterated that Sapo National Park remains one of Liberia’s most valuable ecological treasures, providing critical habitat for endangered wildlife, protecting vital watersheds, and contributing to global biodiversity conservation. Officials emphasized that continued illegal mining, unauthorized settlements, and other unlawful activities pose serious risks to the park’s fragile ecosystem and undermine national conservation efforts.
Superintendent Sleweon’s ongoing engagement with key national institutions and conservation organizations reflects his proactive leadership and determination to ensure that effective measures are implemented to restore and preserve the integrity of the park. His administration remains committed to fostering strong partnerships that will protect Sapo National Park while promoting sustainable environmental stewardship and responsible management of Liberia’s natural heritage.
The County Administration called on all citizens, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders to support ongoing conservation efforts by respecting the protected status of the park and cooperating with authorities in safeguarding one of Liberia’s most treasured natural landscapes for present and future generations.
