MONROVIA, Liberia – Anti-Corruption Commission Director for Anti-Corruption Education and Prevention, Asatu Bah-Kenneth, has urged Liberians to uphold justice and preserve peace, stressing that accountability remains essential for preventing future conflicts and sustaining national reconciliation.

Speaking on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Monrovia at the opening of the “Liberia’s Next Chapter: Counting the Years” exhibition under the PeaceGen Liberia: The Generation for Peace initiative in Monrovia, Bah-Kenneth described the venue as a sacred symbol of Liberia’s peace journey, recalling the pivotal role played by Christian and Muslim women whose united prayers contributed to ending the country’s civil conflict.

She recounted moments during the Liberian civil war when women gathered in prayer after receiving warnings that significant events were imminent, noting that former President Charles Taylor was subsequently indicted while attending peace talks in Ghana.

Bah-Kenneth said Liberia’s peace was achieved through sacrifice, prayer, and collective determination, urging citizens never to trivialize justice or accountability for atrocities committed during the country’s prolonged civil conflict.

She praised President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for establishing the War and Economic Crimes Court, describing the decision as a demonstration of courageous leadership and commitment to ending impunity.

According to Bah-Kenneth, forgiveness should never replace justice because lasting peace depends upon functioning criminal justice institutions capable of delivering accountability and meaningful national healing.

She called on participants to honor more than 250,000 Liberians who lost their lives during the civil war by observing a moment of silence.

Meanwhile, Female Journalists Association of Liberia (FeJAL) Program Officer, Sweete Cole, underscored the importance of preserving Liberia’s history to ensure younger generations understand the devastating consequences of war.

Cole said the exhibition documents Liberia’s journey from conflict through rebuilding, justice, peacebuilding, and reflection, covering events from 1989 through 2026.

She explained that the exhibition is organized into thematic sections highlighting conflict, national reconstruction, justice, and peace while allowing visitors to engage with historical photographs and personal narratives.

Cole encouraged participants to contribute reflections, family photographs, and personal letters for preservation, emphasizing that documenting survivors’ experiences strengthens national memory and supports future reconciliation efforts.

The exhibition also features interactive spaces where visitors can express their hopes for Liberia beyond 2026, contribute to a memory archive, and participate in conversations promoting sustainable peace across generations.

The PeaceGen Liberia: The Generation for Peace initiative is supported by the European Union, the Government of Ireland, and Kvinna till Kvinna, aiming to strengthen Liberia’s capacity for conflict management, peacebuilding, and transitional justice through intergenerational engagement.