Liberia: MIA Warns Traditional Leaders Against Politics, Intimidation

The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) has issued a stern warning to traditional leaders, cautioning them against using culture and tradition as tools of intimidation, harassment, or political mobilization. The warning comes amid growing concerns over the politicization of traditional authority and its impact on peace, social cohesion, and democratic governance at the local level.

The caution was delivered in an unusually firm tone by William Jallah, Assistant Minister for Cultural, speaking on…