’Look Beyond Politics for Survival’

Othello Sarweh Nimely

‎‎MONROVIA–The Political Leader of the Movement for Progressive Change (MPC), one of the vocal opposition leaders in the country, has cautioned citizens especially young people not to see politics as their only means of survival, but to explore diverse career paths that can contribute to personal growth and national development.

Mr. Simeon Freeman, speaking to a group of students over the weekend urged them to avoid focusing solely on becoming lawmakers such as representatives or senators.

‎‎He encouraged the youth to develop skills in other professions, noting that overdependence on politics will negatively affect the country’s progress.

‎‎According to Freeman, many individuals enter politics not to serve, but to survive, often relying on dishonesty because they view politics primarily as a money-making venture rather than a platform for public service.

‎‎“Any country whose only source of survival for its citizens is politics that country is going nowhere,” Freeman warned.

‎‎The Movement for Progressive Change political leader emphasized that Liberia needs serious and visionary leadership that will recognize and harness the talents of young people, diverting their attention from the belief that politics is the only path to success.

‎‎Freeman also expressed concern about the growing number of university graduates who remain unemployed, a situation he said has left many young Liberians hopeless and frustrated.

‎‎Stressing the urgency of the matter, he called on the government to prioritize job creation and expand opportunities across various sectors of the economy to reduce excessive dependence on politics for survival.

‎‎Freeman urged young Liberians to be innovative, adding that national development can only be achieved when the private sector is actively moving and citizens are empowered with meaningful and sustainable livelihoods.

Alphonso Toweh

Has been in the profession for over twenty years. He has worked for many international media outlets  including: West Africa Magazine, Africa Week Magazine, African Observer and  did occasional reporting for CNN, BBC World Service, Sunday Times, NPR, Radio Deutchewells, Radio Netherlands. He is the current correspondent for Reuters 
 He holds first  MA with honors in International  Relations and a  candidate for second master in International Peace studies and Conflict  Resolution from the University of Liberia.