-Koijee Reacts to EPS Security Withdrawal Threat
Monrovia – The Secretary General of the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Jefferson T. Koijee, has issued a scathing rebuke of the Executive Protection Service (EPS), labeling its recent security memo as an “empty bluff” and a betrayal of Liberia’s democracy.
The strongly worded statement comes in response to an April 30, 2025, EPS press release, which the CDC alleges is a politically motivated intimidation tactic. Koijee accused the EPS of abandoning its constitutional duty, instead acting as a “private militia” for the ruling Unity Party.
In his fiery response, Koijee dismissed EPS Director Sam Gaye as a “classical joker” and a “morally bankrupt puppet,” alleging that the security agency has been weaponized to suppress opposition voices.
“The press release is not only a disgrace to our constitutional order but an outright bluff devoid of legal substance and rooted in cowardice,” Koijee declared. “The EPS, funded by the sweat and sacrifice of the Liberian people, has been reduced to serving thieves and political parasites.”
CDC Vows to Resist “Tyranny”
The CDC leader asserted that the opposition remains undeterred by what he described as “laughable shows of force.” He warned security forces against being used as “pawns” by what he called a “murderer administration.”
“We caution all state security agencies to immediately desist from serving political criminals,” Koijee stated. “Their mandate is to protect the Republic, not the ruling clique.”
He further vowed that the CDC and its supporters would defend themselves against any attempts to undermine democracy, declaring: “The Liberian people have resisted tyranny before. We will do it again—stronger, louder, and more determined than ever. No recycled dictatorship will outlast the people’s resolve.”
On Wednesday, the Executive Protection Service (EPS) announced it would immediately withdraw security protection from any official or VIP who publicly calls for rebellion, violent protests, or other acts of insurrection against the Liberian state.
“The Executive Protection Service (EPS) wishes to inform the public that it will withdraw security protection from any ViP protectee who publicly advocates for insurrection, rebellion, or violent protest against the Government of Liberia,” the EPS release dated Wednesday, April 30, 2025, noted.
The policy shift comes in response to what the EPS describes as “deeply concerning” public statements by certain officials that allegedly incite chaos and threaten public order. While not naming specific individuals, the security agency made clear that any protectee who engages in such rhetoric will forfeit their right to EPS protection, as such actions directly contradict the agency’s constitutional mandate to safeguard Liberia’s stability.
Recently, Liberia’s former vice president Jewel Howard Taylor was in the news for comments she made during a meeting held by opposition political parties. Many believe it has the propensity to incite violence.
Meanwhile, the EPS provides security for high-ranking officials including the President, Vice President, their families, visiting foreign dignitaries, and other senior government figures as assigned by the President. This protection has traditionally extended to legislators and judges, but the new policy puts all VIPs on notice that their security details could be revoked if they cross this red line.
“A protectee who actively engages in or incites violence or rebellion against the government forfeits the privilege of EPS protection, as such conduct directly contradicts the EPS’ constitutional and operational responsibilities,” the statement notes.
The EPS emphasized that while it remains committed to providing professional protection services, it “cannot and will not be complicit in safeguarding those who seek to undermine the very foundations of the Liberian state.”
