MONROVIA – The All-Liberian Conference on Dual Citizenship (ALCOD) has lauded the ongoing transformation at the Ministry of Information (MOI) following a courtesy visit by its Eminent Chairman, Mr. Emmanuel S. Wettee, and senior member Rev. Marcus Y. Sherman to the Ministry’s headquarters on Capitol Hill in Monrovia.
The delegation was received by Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, who personally conducted the ALCOD team on a tour of the renovated facilities, including the Charles Gbenyon Press Hall—now widely regarded as one of the most modern public communication venues in the country.
Once criticized for its aging infrastructure and limited technical capacity, the Press Hall has undergone what officials describe as a comprehensive facelift. The upgraded facility now features modern lighting, improved acoustics, enhanced seating arrangements, digital broadcasting capabilities, and a more professional media interface, positioning it as a contemporary venue for government briefings and public engagements.
Minister Piah told the ALCOD delegation that the renovation forms part of a broader effort to strengthen government communication and restore public confidence in state institutions.
“This Ministry must reflect the seriousness of the work we do,” Minister Piah said during the tour. “Our responsibility is to communicate government policies clearly and transparently. That requires not only credible information but also a professional environment.”
Since assuming office, Minister Piah has prioritized reforms aimed at modernizing public communication platforms, improving media relations, and upgrading the Ministry’s infrastructure. The renovations at MICAT have been widely noted as part of an effort to reposition the Ministry as a functional hub for national discourse, press briefings, and cultural engagement.
Mr. Wettee, speaking on behalf of ALCOD, expressed appreciation for what he described as “visible and meaningful improvements” at the Ministry.
“We are impressed with the level of transformation we have seen here today,” Wettee stated. “This is not just cosmetic work; this is institutional rebuilding. It speaks to seriousness of purpose and respect for public service.”
ALCOD, which advocates for policies affecting Liberians in the diaspora and those with dual citizenship, emphasized the importance of strong and transparent government communication in advancing national development and diaspora engagement. The organization has increasingly engaged government institutions on issues relating to citizenship reform, investment opportunities, and diaspora inclusion in national governance.
Rev. Sherman also praised the Ministry’s efforts, noting that improved public institutions enhance Liberia’s image both locally and internationally.
Observers say the visit underscores growing collaboration between civil society actors and government institutions as Liberia seeks to deepen reforms and institutional accountability.
The Charles Gbenyon Press Hall, named in honor of a respected Liberian journalist, now serves as the primary venue for the Ministry’s regular press briefings—an initiative aimed at keeping citizens informed about government activities, policies, and reforms.
With ongoing efforts to digitize communication platforms and expand outreach, the Ministry’s modernization drive is being viewed as part of a broader push to align Liberia’s public information systems with contemporary standards.
For ALCOD, the visit was not merely ceremonial but a reaffirmation of the role of civic engagement in supporting national progress.
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