Published: October 27, 2025
PLEEBO, Maryland County — For the first time in its history, Pleebo City is set to receive a pipe-borne water system following a groundbreaking ceremony by the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC), a development hailed as a major step toward improving access to safe drinking water and combating waterborne diseases in the region.
The ceremony, held over the weekend, drew local officials, lawmakers, and residents, all celebrating what they described as a long-awaited milestone for Maryland County. Speaking at the event, LWSC Deputy Director General Wilson Gaye said the project aligns with the government’s commitment to deliver tangible benefits to Liberians across the country.
“The government’s foremost objective is to bring equal opportunities to all Liberians,” Gaye said. “With the support of President Joseph N. Boakai, Senator James P. Biney, and the entire government, we are fully prepared to implement this project successfully.”
Gaye noted that the LWSC had recently embarked on similar restoration efforts in Zwedru and Greenville, aiming to reduce the spread of waterborne diseases and create jobs in the process. He emphasized that the Pleebo initiative would not only enhance public health but also generate employment opportunities for local residents. He urged contractors to prioritize the hiring of local citizens, in keeping with the government’s pro-poor development agenda, and assured residents that the Harper Water Project would soon be restored. “A Day We Have Long Awaited” Maryland County Superintendent described the groundbreaking as a historic and joyous moment for the people of the county.
“Today is a different day in our county, a day we have long awaited,” the Superintendent said. “This is not only a day of joy for the Unity Party but for all the people of Maryland County and Liberia.”
He expressed gratitude to Senator James P. Biney for his continued advocacy and leadership, describing him as “a capable and committed leader who works in the interest of the people.” The Superintendent also praised the LWSC team for their dedication and urged residents to rise above politics and unite around development.
“Development is the key to every living society,” he said. “Let us open our hearts to embrace it, for those who reject progress only hold themselves back.”
Senator Biney Commends President Boakai. In his remarks, Senator James P. Biney hailed the groundbreaking as “a very special day,” calling it a milestone for Maryland County and the entire southeast.
“To say I am happy would be an understatement,” Biney said. “Many doubted this day would come, and many still doubt that the project will continue, but our work will speak for us.”
The senator thanked President Joseph N. Boakai, the Ministry of Finance, and the LWSC for making the project possible.
“We thank the President for his vision and for not forgetting the southeast,” he added. “This initiative is about progress, not politics. The people who truly want development will see it through the work we do.”
Youth Vow Support. Also speaking, Melvin T. Weah, president of the Maryland
County Youth Association commended the government for the initiative and pledged youth support to ensure the project’s success.
“This project will help reduce deaths caused by waterborne diseases,” Weah said. “We, the youth of Maryland, will take ownership of it and make sure it succeeds.”
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