Liberia Reassures Muslims On Wearing Of Veil

Liberia's Justice Minister Cllr. Frances Johnson-Morris reaffirmed the government's commitment to religious liberty, countering a controversial statement by Police Director Beatrice Munah Sieh who said that people of that faith would not be permitted to cover their faces while walking on the streets. AllAfrica.com reported yesterday that the Justice Minister assured Muslims that the government will protect the Islamic Community like any other religious group. She said Muslims will be allowed to dress in accordance with their religious beliefs. The Police Director's statement was made few days after masked robbers were arrested, and without an understanding of its legal implications.