30/01/2026
Thanks Hon. Cheapoo
Cheapoo Proposes National Law Enforcement Job Scheme to President Boakai
MONROVIA — Representative aspirant for Montserrado County District #13, Hon. Solomon Cheapoo, has formally recommended the establishment of a National Law Enforcement Job Scheme to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, describing it as a practical and timely framework for large-scale job creation in Liberia.
Hon. Cheapoo’s proposal comes in the wake of President Boakai’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on Monday, January 26, 2026, in which the President emphasized that job creation remains a top national priority for his administration. According to Cheapoo, the proposed scheme aligns directly with the President’s policy direction and responds to the urgent need to reduce youth unemployment and strengthen national security institutions.
The District #13 aspirant noted that Liberia’s recent elevation as a Non-Permanent Member of the United Nations Security Council, coupled with its leadership roles as Chair on Security and Chair on Sanctions, places added responsibility on the country to demonstrate internal stability, professional law enforcement, and institutional capacity. He argued that expanding and professionalizing law enforcement agencies through a structured job scheme would not only provide employment but also enhance Liberia’s credibility on the global stage.
“The National Law Enforcement Job Scheme offers a sustainable pathway for empowering Liberian citizens, particularly young people, with meaningful employment while simultaneously reinforcing national security and public safety,” Cheapoo said. He added that the initiative could cover recruitment, training, and deployment across various security and law enforcement institutions nationwide.
Hon. Cheapoo described the recommendation as a “win-win solution” that addresses economic hardship while supporting President Boakai’s broader governance and security agenda. He urged the Executive Branch to give the proposal serious consideration, stressing that bold and innovative approaches are required to translate policy commitments into tangible benefits for ordinary Liberians.
Political observers say the recommendation reflects growing public discourse around job creation and security reform, especially as Liberia takes on more visible responsibilities within the international community.