MONROVIA – Montserrado County District #16 Representative Dixon W. Seboe has sounded a grave warning over what he describes as a looming national security threat, calling on the Liberian Legislature to suspend its planned recess and confront escalating tensions along the Liberia–Guinea border.
Speaking during plenary on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, the opposition lawmaker from the Congress for Democratic Change urged his colleagues to extend the Legislature’s first-quarter adjournment by at least one week, stressing that the country cannot afford to “go on break in the face of a crisis.”
Seboe’s appeal comes amid troubling reports that Guinean soldiers have allegedly crossed into Liberian territory, particularly in Lofa County, sparking anxiety among residents and raising fresh concerns about the country’s territorial integrity.
“We must put national interest above everything else,” Seboe declared during the heated session. “This is not the time for business as usual. This is a dire crisis that demands our full attention as representatives of the Liberian people.”
He cautioned that the situation transcends a routine border misunderstanding, warning that it poses a direct threat to Liberia’s sovereignty, peace, and national stability if not urgently addressed through decisive legislative and security action.
According to reports emerging from the border region, particularly in Foyah District, Lofa County, there have been multiple incidents involving Guinean military personnel asserting control in disputed areas, prompting local communities to begin mobilizing in response.
The growing tension has placed increased pressure on the Legislature to act swiftly, with Seboe insisting that lawmakers must remain engaged to provide oversight, support security interventions, and ensure that Liberia’s territorial boundaries are protected.
While lawmakers debate the path forward, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has moved to calm public fears, delivering a national address on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in which he assured citizens that his administration remains firmly in control of the situation.
Describing the developments as “sensitive,” President Boakai emphasized that his government is “fully engaged and is responsibly managing the situation with calm and determination,” signaling a preference for diplomacy over confrontation.
“From the very outset, the Government of Liberia took immediate steps to de-escalate the situation by addressing it through peaceful and diplomatic means,” Boakai stated, revealing that direct communication channels with Guinea had already been activated.
The President further disclosed that Liberia is working closely with regional partners, particularly within the Mano River Union framework, to ensure that dialogue remains central to resolving the dispute, noting that such cooperation reinforces a shared commitment to peace.
In what he described as a significant breakthrough, Boakai announced that Guinea has ordered its forces to return to their previous positions, calling the move “an important step toward de-escalation” and a sign of mutual understanding between the neighboring states.
Despite this progress, the Liberian leader maintained that national security remains paramount, assuring the public that the Armed Forces of Liberia, along with other joint security agencies, are maintaining vigilance while supporting ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Boakai struck a firm yet measured tone in his address, declaring, “Our pursuit of a peaceful resolution is not a sign of weakness, but rather a demonstration of strength,” while urging Liberians to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information that could inflame tensions.
