By Reporter: Chuckey Radamel Thomas.
MONROVIA, Liberia — September 12, 2026
Some Liberians are calling for improved electricity services and stronger government action to develop the country’s petroleum sector, citing challenges ranging from access to electricity meters to limited investment in the broader energy industry.
The concerns emerged during the first street interview organized by the Energy Crossroad Liberia Chapter Media Team to gather public views on key developments and challenges within Liberia’s energy sector.
The exercise focused primarily on the operations of the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC), electricity access and customer service, as well as prospects for the development of Liberia’s petroleum industry.
While some respondents acknowledged efforts being made to improve the country’s energy sector, others expressed frustration over what they described as continuing difficulties faced by electricity consumers.
Among the key concerns was the reported difficulty in obtaining electricity meters from LEC customer service centres.
Some people said delays in securing meters have left consumers frustrated and urged both the government and LEC management to improve customer service and respond more effectively to the needs of electricity users.
One respondent also called for renewed attention to the Mount Coffee Hydropower Plant and urged the government to consider developing additional mini-hydropower facilities across Liberia’s 15 political subdivisions.
The respondent said expanding hydropower infrastructure could help increase electricity availability while potentially reducing the cost of power for consumers.
Beyond electricity access, participants called for broader reforms and investment across Liberia’s energy sector, saying greater attention should be given to infrastructure development and the effective use of the country’s natural resources.
On the petroleum sector, some respondents said Liberia’s progress has been constrained by what they described as a lack of innovation and effective government strategies for developing the industry.
They called for greater investment in Liberia’s petroleum potential, arguing that a well-developed sector could generate economic opportunities, attract investment and create jobs for Liberians.
The respondents further emphasized the importance of policies that ensure Liberians benefit directly from the exploitation and management of the country’s natural resources.
Energy Cross Road in Liberia said the street interview is part of efforts to help place Liberians at the centre of conversations about the country’s energy future.
The initiative is intended to provide a platform for citizens, industry stakeholders and policymakers to share perspectives and discuss challenges affecting the electricity, petroleum and wider energy sectors.
Energy Crossroad Road Liberia said it plans to continue engaging the public on developments in the energy sector and other areas considered critical to Liberia’s economic growth.
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