Government Files Lawsuit Against Green Park Management To Reclaim Control.

The Liberian government has filed a lawsuit against Green Park Management, a company tasked with managing five prominent parks in Monrovia. This legal move, reportedly fueled by an audit from the General Auditing Commission (GAC), aims to transfer control of these public spaces back to the government.

Constructed during former President George Weah’s administration, the parks—Invincible Park at Fish Market, Unification Park in PHP Community, Survival Park in Doe Community, New Kru Town Park, and West Point Park—were designed to serve as community hubs and leisure spots across the city. Green Park Management, established on August 23, 2023, took over management of these spaces shortly after its creation. According to the GAC report, this quick handover—only nine days post-formation—violates the nation’s best financial practices.

The GAC audit, commissioned by the government, raises questions about how Green Park Management was selected, given its fast-tracked bid. Critics point to a potential lack of due diligence, suggesting that public resources should stay within government control if funded by taxpayers. The GAC report has recommended reclaiming the parks to ensure transparency and accountability in their management.

Public reactions have been mixed, with some questioning the speed of the lawsuit and its broader implications. Supporters argue that if Green Park Management isn’t upholding fair and transparent practices, it’s within the government’s right to step in. Others worry about the government’s capacity to maintain and operate the parks effectively.

This case raises broader questions around public resource management and private sector partnerships. As the legal proceedings unfold, all eyes will be on how the government navigates reclaiming these community assets and whether this move will enhance park operations and public access, or create further complexity in park management.