09 Oct 2020 | 11:51 AM UTC
Liberia: Demonstration to be held in Monrovia October 14
Coalition for Democratic Change Council of Patriots call for demonstration in Monrovia on October 14; avoid all large gatherings as a precaution
Event
Activists from the Coalition for Democratic Change Council of Patriots (CDC-COP) group have called for a demonstration in the capital Monrovia on Wednesday, October 14, to denounce the actions of opposition parties in Liberia. Participants of the 'Protect the State' rally will reportedly gather outside the US embassy in Monrovia, although timings are yet to be confirmed, and gatherings are to be anticipated elsewhere in Monrovia. The event is likely to be well attended and clashes between participants and counter-demonstrators are possible.
A heightened security presence and localized travel disruptions should be anticipated in the vicinity of the event.
Context
The CDC-COP claim that opposition parties' actions risk dismantling the peace and stability of the nation. Activists have reportedly been touring the capital trying to round up support for the forthcoming rally on October 14.
Advice
Those in Monrovia are advised to monitor developments, avoid large gatherings as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
