By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay |Contributing Reporter
Monrovia, Liberia-Sunday, June 15, 2025 – Senate Chairperson on Autonomous Agencies and Sinoe County Senator Crayton Oldman Duncan has issued a strong warning to several concession companies operating in Liberia, announcing his intention to pursue legal action if his legislative efforts to protect Liberians’ rights do not produce meaningful results.
The Senator’s concerns center on alleged illegal land acquisitions, exploitative labor practices, and misleading corporate name changes by some foreign companies.
In a series of recent radio interviews, Senator Duncan expressed deep frustration over the manner in which certain concession companies are conducting business, particularly in relations to the mistreatment of local workers and the exploitation of community lands.
“If my legislative efforts fail to resolve these critical issues, I will not hesitate to take these companies to court,” Senator Duncan declared.
Among the companies he singled out is Bea Mountain Mining Company, which stands accused of unlawfully seizing land from residents of Grand Cape Mount County.
“We must hold these companies accountable. They cannot continue operating with impunity, disregarding the rights of our citizens,” he stated.
A key issue raised by the senator involves the practice of some companies rebranding themselves by adding “Liberia” to their corporate names a move he describes as deceptive.
“This name change is nothing more than a façade. It’s designed to project a false image of commitment to Liberia while continuing to exploit our resources,” Duncan asserted.
Senator Duncan’s remarks have sparked nationwide discussions among lawmakers, civil society groups, and local communities about the role and impact of foreign investments in Liberia. Many citizens have expressed concern that concession agreements often prioritize corporate profits at the expense of community welfare leaving behind a legacy of environmental degradation, poor labor conditions, and unresolved land disputes among others.
The senator’s readiness to initiate legal proceedings highlights a growing movement among Liberian leaders to demand greater transparency and accountability from foreign investors.
“We are at a critical juncture,” Duncan noted. “Our land and our rights must be protected. The benefits of our natural resources must be shared with our people.”
As this situation unfolds, attention is now focused on Senator Duncan’s next steps and the responses from the companies implicated. The outcome of this potential legal showdown could establish important precedents for the future of concession agreements and resource governance in Liberia.
In closing, Senator Duncan reaffirmed his commitment to justice: “This is more than a legal matter it’s a moral obligation to our people. We will continue to advocate for their rights until justice is served.”
Edited: Jesefu Morris Keita |Editor-In-Chief
