Monrovia, Liberia—Liberia’s Labor Ministry has called on the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) workers’ union to halt its ongoing go-slow action, reassuring workers that the government is making every effort to resolve their grievances through peaceful communication and legal processes. The call was made by Labor Minister Cllr. Cooper W. Kruah, Sr. on Friday, May 29, 2026, at a social dialogue meeting with representatives of the United Workers Union of Liberia (UWUL) and the management of the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC).
A joint investigative committee made up of representatives from the Ministry, the LEC Management, and the workers’ union would be established by the Ministry of Labor, according to Minister Kruah, to properly examine and resolve any concerns brought up by the employees in a transparent and orderly manner. The minister added that in the next few days, the ministry will formally inform the workers’ union and management of the committee’s arrangement.
He also pleaded with the union leadership to consider the current state of the nation and the significance of preserving peace, stability, and continuous power services nationwide. Minister Kruah reiterated that the government is still extremely concerned about the situation and is dedicated to making sure that the Liberia Electricity Corporation’s operations and activities are not disrupted. The participation of senior LEC officials at the dialogue meeting, according to the labor minister, shows management’s readiness and dedication to resolve the issue through amicable interaction and understanding.
Mr. Dave J. Sneh, the Secretary General of the United Workers Union of Liberia (UWUL), commended Minister Kruah for his prompt action in bringing all sides to the discussion table. According to Mr. Sneh, the labor law gives employees the chance to formally notify the ministry before participating in a strike or go-slow. He emphasized that UWUL and the LEC employees are still dedicated to the peaceful intervention process started by the Ministry of Labor, as the ministry has now taken the initiative in resolving the issue.
Sneh noted, “In order to find a peaceful solution, we are prepared to cooperate with the ministry and management. Additionally, this procedure will act as a supporting mechanism to guarantee the correct execution of previously signed and inherited agreements.” According to Mr. Sneh, management should promptly and honestly inform employees of any financial limitations that are impeding execution.
