By Vaye Abel Lepolu
Monrovia: The Liberia National Police (LNP), through its Traffic Division, has announced that 1,564 road traffic accidents were recorded nationwide in 2025.
According to the official traffic report, 236 people died as a result of road accidents, while 992 others sustained injuries.
The statistics point to a worrying trend in Liberia’s transport sector and underscore the urgent need for stronger enforcement of traffic laws.
A breakdown of the victims shows that 206 of those who lost their lives were men, compared to 30 women, revealing that men, largely fathers, brothers, and sons, remain the most affected group in road crashes.
The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT), described the 2025 road accident figures as a serious warning sign. The ministry emphasized that policy reforms and strengthened road safety measures must be implemented to curb the rising number of accidents involving commercial vehicles, motorcycles, and tricycles.
Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, reacting to the LNP’s 2025 Traffic Report, said the statistics are “not encouraging” and called for immediate action to protect the lives of Liberians.
“These figures are troubling and clearly show that more must be done to save our citizens from preventable road accidents,” Minister Piah stated.
The LNP Traffic Division, working alongside joint security agencies, has been urged to intensify enforcement of traffic regulations, particularly targeting highway drivers in rural counties, as well as motorcyclists and kekeh operators, who account for a significant number of traffic-related deaths and injuries.
Motorcycle accidents remain a major concern in Monrovia, where reckless riding, speeding, and disregard for traffic rules continue to claim lives.
Authorities say 2026 road safety interventions will focus on stricter enforcement, public education, and behavioral change campaigns, including renewed emphasis on the message “Don’t Drink Before You Drive.” The government has called on all road users to comply with traffic laws and prioritize safety to help reduce road traffic fatalities nationwide.
