MONROVIA – Several families from the Upper Caldwell community staged a protest on Monday, September 15, 2025, in the yard of the Temple of Justice, calling on the Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Justice, to investigate what they described as an abrupt and unlawful invasion that left them homeless on September 12.
The victims carried placards with inscriptions such as: “Why make us homeless in the rainy season?” “Homelessness is not justice,” and “Temple of Justice, please get the real story!” According to them, seven households were forcefully evicted and their homes demolished, leaving children unable to attend school and families vulnerable.
Speaking during the protest, the group’s spokesperson, Madam Theresa D. Dugbe, told Smart News Liberia that the demolition has caused untold suffering for the affected families.
She explained that while a writ issued by the court referenced “property to be identified,” their homes were nonetheless torn down. Madam Dugbe alleged that the demolition was carried out by Mr. Jaimane Tyler, who claims ownership of two acres of land in dispute.
“Our properties were smashed with heavy machines in the presence of law enforcement officers, including members of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL). This happened despite the intervention of our legal counsel, Mr. Thomason Jargbe of the Jargbe Law Firm, who represented us in court,” Madam Dugbe lamented. “There was no remedy and no time given to us to vacate the land, as is usually the case in land disputes when one party is found guilty.”
The victims believe justice was not served and are appealing to the government to intervene. On Monday, September 15, 2025, they staged a peaceful protest at the entrance of the Temple of Justice in Monrovia, holding placards and demanding accountability.
They further called on the international community, non-governmental organizations, the Liberian Disaster Management Agency, the Liberian Red Cross, and other humanitarian institutions to provide assistance in the wake of their displacement.
