IPCC Inducts First Secretariat Leadership, Calls for Peaceful Political Engagement

The Inter-Party Consultative Committee (IPCC) officially inducted its first-ever Secretariat leadership team during a ceremony held on Friday, 27 March 2026, at the Monrovia City Hall.

The event brought together representatives from the National Elections Commission of Liberia (NECㅡLiberia), political parties, and key electoral stakeholders, marking a significant milestone in strengthening inter-party dialogue and cooperation.

Speaking at the ceremony, NEC Liberia Co-Chairperson Cllr. P. Teplah Reeves, reaffirmed the Commission’s continued support for the IPCC and emphasized the importance of peaceful political engagement.

She urged the newly inducted leadership to serve as ambassadors of peace by promoting political tolerance and fostering collaboration among all registered political parties.

She stressed that political discourse should remain issue-based, warning that disagreements must not be allowed to escalate into conflict.

The NEC Co-Chairperson further encouraged IPCC members to promote a credible, inclusive, and peaceful democratic process in the interest of national stability.

In separate remarks, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Liberia Resident Representative, Mr. Aliou Mamadou Dia, commended both the IPCC and NEC for what he described as a strong initiative aimed at promoting dialogue, building consensus, and strengthening cooperation among political actors in Liberia.

He underscored trust as a key pillar for peaceful elections and stable governance, urging political stakeholders to uphold and protect it.

The newly inducted IPCC Secretariat leadership was tasked with steering the affairs of the institution, with a mandate to promote inter-party dialogue, prevent political conflict, and encourage peaceful engagement throughout its tenure.

The ceremony was attended by NEC Commissioners Boakai A. Dukuly, Barsee Leo Kpangbai, and Floyd O. Sayor, along with representatives of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Liberia.