Former rebel generals in Liberia have expressed their readiness to confront any perceived threat from Guinean soldiers reportedly positioned along the country’s border, raising concerns and heightening tensions in affected areas.
The group, including former freedom fighter Young Gblorgbay and other ex-combatants, said they stand prepared to defend Liberia “at all cost.” “We are ready to defend our country. We have the experience, and we will not sit and watch any foreign force intimidate us,” one of the former fighters stated.
“We were trained during the war under strong command structures, and that knowledge is still with us today,” they added.
They recalled their experiences during Liberia’s 14-year civil war, noting that they were trained in guerrilla warfare tactics under former warlord-turned-President Charles Taylor and former warlord Prince Johnson.
The ex-fighters urged the government to remain firm in the face of the situation, stressing that Liberia’s sovereignty must be protected. “The government should not be shaken. Liberia is our land, and we must be prepared to defend it whenever necessary,” they emphasized.
They also strongly condemned the reported presence of Guinean soldiers along the border, particularly citing concerns over their alleged movement with arms and ammunition. “The presence of armed soldiers on our border is alarming and must not be ignored,” they warned.
The statements were made Monday morning through Gompa Communications Network in Ganta City, Nimba County.
Meanwhile, reports from border communities indicate that Guinean troops remain stationed near the Liberian side of the border, a development that has triggered growing anxiety among residents, many of whom fear a potential escalation of tensions between the two neighboring countries.
Authorities from both Liberia and Guinea have yet to issue an official joint statement clarifying the situation or confirming the status of the reported troop presence. The situation continues to develop as citizens and local leaders call for calm and diplomatic engagement to resolve the matter peacefully.
