Scores of Monrovia City Cooperation (MCC) employees, predominantly sweepers responsible for maintaining the city’s cleanliness, staged a protest this morning to demand immediate payment of their six-month overdue salaries.
The peaceful demonstration unfolded in front of the MCC sub-office, strategically positioned at the bustling intersection of Lynch Street and UN Drive.
Protesters, visibly distressed and equipped with placards, tires, and banners, disrupted the flow of traffic by placing obstacles on main thoroughfares, underscoring the gravity of their plight.
“We have toiled for six long months without a single paycheck. Our families suffer, our children are denied education, and we struggle to put food on the table,” exclaimed one protester, highlighting the personal hardships endured by MCC workers.
The demonstrators directed their frustrations squarely at Mayor John Siafiah, criticizing what they perceive as his apathy towards their financial struggles. “Mayor Siafiah, where is our money? We demand our rightful earnings to cover basic necessities like rent and medical bills,” voiced another protester, amidst chants echoing demands for justice and fair treatment.
Workers expressed deep disappointment in the MCC management, alleging repeated attempts to engage with Mayor Siafiah over the past six months have yielded no tangible solutions.
Their grievances center on the profound impact of delayed wages, which have left many on the brink of financial ruin.
“The mayor has ignored our pleas for too long. We will not cease our protest until our voices are heard and our salaries paid,” affirmed a determined protester, reflecting the collective resolve to press on until their demands are met.
The protest underscores the critical role of MCC workers in preserving the city’s sanitation and functionality, despite enduring severe financial hardships.
Their impassioned plea for remuneration highlights broader systemic challenges within municipal governance and employee welfare.
Swift intervention is required to address the MCC workers’ grievances and restore order to the city’s essential services.
The standoff continues with no immediate resolution in sight, something equated to their quest for economic justice and accountability.
By: G. Watson Richards
