The opposition National Patriotic Party (NPP) has asserted that Guinean troops would not have entered Liberian territory if the party were still in power, amid rising concerns over reported border tensions between Liberia and Guinea.
Speaking on the issue, NPP National Chairman, Attorney George S. Mulbah, emphasized that while Guinea possesses significant military capacity, Liberia must prioritize diplomatic engagement to resolve the situation.
“Guineans, in military and guerilla warfare, in one day’s time, can raise 12,000 fighting forces. But are we prepared for this kind of action? No,” Mulbah stated. “So, I think we support the diplomatic initiative.”
Mulbah maintained that during the NPP’s tenure in government, such an incident would not have occurred. “When we were in power, Guinea would never be so bold as to send troops onto our soil,” he said.
Despite the strong remarks, the NPP is urging the current government to pursue peaceful avenues first. Mulbah called on authorities to intensify diplomatic efforts and, if those fail, escalate the matter to the international level.
“We will encourage the government to engage diplomatically. If it fails, let’s pursue the matter at the International Court,” he said, referencing the long-standing boundary between the two nations. “This is a border we have enjoyed for over 100 years. We cannot allow encroachment on our soil.”
Mulbah also stressed the need for transparency and accountability, urging the government to keep political stakeholders informed and to investigate the root causes of the dispute.
“The government is under obligation to regularly brief political parties,” he noted. “Those whose actions led to the provocation of the Guineans—an inquiry commission should be established. We need to investigate individuals involved, and these processes must be time-bound.”
He warned that delays in addressing the matter could complicate accountability. “If you allow them to remain there endlessly, the issue of statute of limitation comes into play,” Mulbah added.
The Liberian government has yet to issue an official response to the NPP’s claims, but tensions surrounding the border situation continue to draw national attention.
