Monrovia – The Civil Society Network of Liberia (CSNL) has dismissed allegations linking prominent businessman Upjit Singh Sachdeva, commonly known as “Jetty,” to the prolonged detention of individuals arrested in connection with a violent protest at the Salala Rubber Corporation (SRC) in Weala, Margibi County.

In a statement issued in Monrovia, the CSNL described the claims as baseless propaganda fueled by ignorance and intended to tarnish Mr. Jetty’s reputation. The group warned that such misinformation could create unnecessary divisions between him and SRC employees.

Government’s Legal Action, Not Jetty’s Doing

The CSNL clarified that Mr. Jetty is not involved in the ongoing legal proceedings against former SRC employees. Contrary to speculation, the businessman is not influencing the court’s handling of the case against the former Workers’ Union President, Madam Mary P. Boimah, Secretary-General Lawrence Gorgbor, and others, the group said.

“The Government of Liberia is prosecuting Madam Boimah and her colleagues for their alleged role in the violent June 27, 2024, protest against the former management of SRC,” the statement issued by CSNL through its executive director Sensee Kiadii said. “Mr. Jetty only took over the corporation months after the incident. It is misleading to suggest he is controlling the legal process.”

The organization further explained that the court has refused to release the detained individuals because authorities are still pursuing other...

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