30/09/2026
An Observation and Appeal to the Inspector General of Police IGP Gregory Coleman
I would like to respectfully bring an observation and concern to the attention of the Inspector General of the Liberia National Police regarding the increasing presence and activities of police officers on the streets of Monrovia.
For some time now, I have observed a growing number of police officers deployed at various intersections and major roads across the city. While we fully understand the important responsibility of the police to maintain law and order, manage traffic, and ensure the safety of citizens, there appears to be a need for greater clarity and coordination in the deployment of officers.
From my understanding, traffic police officers are specifically assigned to manage traffic and ensure the smooth movement of vehicles and pedestrians. We also understand that other police officers have been deployed to address issues involving commercial motorcyclists and other security concerns.
However, what many road users are experiencing is that almost every police officer stationed on major roads appears to be performing traffic-related duties.
In some locations, this has reportedly resulted in increased confrontation, delays, and what citizens perceive as unnecessary harassment.
Some of the areas where these concerns are being observed include Boulevard Junction, Catholic Junction, 72nd Junction, 540 Junction, Freeport, Barnesville, and various locations across Central Monrovia.
As citizens, we appreciate the important role the police play in maintaining peace, security, and order. At the same time, citizens also deserve to be treated with respect and fairness while using public roads.
Therefore, this is a humble appeal to the Inspector General of Police to look into the situation and provide clearer distinctions between traffic officers and other police personnel deployed on the streets. It would also be helpful for the public to understand the specific responsibilities of officers assigned to these different duties.
We believe that better coordination, proper identification of officers and clearer guidelines for enforcement could help reduce misunderstandings between police officers and road users.
This is not intended as an attack on the Liberia National Police or its officers. Rather, it is a constructive appeal from a concerned citizen who believes that the police and the public must work together to maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful environment on our streets.
Inspector General, we respectfully ask that you look into this concern and take the necessary steps to address it.
Thank you for your attention
Boakai Amara Kamara
