The Government of Liberia has urged the Press Union of Liberia and the wider media to exercise press freedom with responsibility. Deputy Information Minister Daniel O. Sando delivered this message on September 30, 2026, in Monrovia on behalf of Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah. Sando extended congratulations to the union on behalf of the government and people of Liberia, describing the anniversary as a significant milestone in the country's history.
The Press Union of Liberia has stood as a leading voice for press freedom, freedom of expression, access to information, ethical journalism, and the safety and welfare of journalists for 62 years. Sando commended journalists and media institutions that continue to uphold the principles of accuracy, fairness, balance, independence, and accountability. He described their work as essential to the growth and development of the nation.
Sando stressed that press freedom must always be accompanied by responsibility, requiring careful verification of information, avoidance of hate speech and incitement, protection of privacy, and respect for the rights of all individuals. In this era of social media, misinformation, and artificial intelligence, the responsibility of professional journalists has become even greater.
The government recognizes that the development of the media sector requires partnership. Sando called for joint efforts to strengthen the legal and institutional framework for press freedom, improve access to public information, enhance the safety of journalists, and create conditions that allow media organizations to operate sustainably.
MICAT remains committed to constructive engagement with the PUL and the wider media community, Sando assured. He described dialogue, mutual respect, and adherence to the rule of law as the foundations of a healthy relationship between government and the media.
Sando encouraged public officials and government institutions to provide timely, accurate, and accessible information to journalists and citizens. He also urged the media to continue reporting responsibly and to give fair attention to the concerns and aspirations of all sectors of Liberian society.
Sando expressed hope that the anniversary would inspire stronger cooperation between the government and the media, encourage greater professionalism and innovation within the industry, and reaffirm the media's vital role in building a peaceful, democratic, and prosperous Liberia.
Key points
- The Liberian government has pledged constructive engagement with the Press Union of Liberia and the wider media community.
- Deputy Information Minister Daniel O. Sando urged responsible journalism, citing the importance of press freedom with responsibility.
- The Press Union of Liberia has been a leading voice for press freedom and ethical journalism for 62 years.
