Grand Bassa County, August 2, 2025 — Senator Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence, President Pro Tempore of the Liberian Senate, has confirmed that the much-awaited electricity project for Grand Bassa County is on track to be finished by the end of 2026, despite some concerns about delays.
Speaking to reporters, Senator Lawrence shared updates on the electricity expansion, funded by the Liberian government and the European Union. She emphasized that the people of Grand Bassa, especially those in Buchanan City, will benefit greatly once the project is complete.
“Our goal is clear — by the end of 2026, electricity will be fully connected to Buchanan and other important communities in Grand Bassa,” she said. “The people deserve progress, and I am committed to keeping this project on schedule.”
Her remarks come amid worries from residents who noticed a slowdown in construction after the initial launch. The project began with the installation of electric poles and other infrastructure during a visit by the Minister of Finance and the EU Ambassador earlier this year.
Senator Lawrence explained that the brief pause was due to technical adjustments and a shift of focus to other counties. She added that she personally made sure Grand Bassa stayed a priority.
“I insisted that work in Grand Bassa must continue without delay,” she said. “Just three days ago, I spoke with the project leader, Sam Nuwah, who assured me that materials are being loaded and trucks are moving. Mobilization has restarted, and we are pushing to meet the deadline.”
She also pointed out progress already made. Gilles Town is now connected to the national grid, and Compound Number Three will get power soon. Work in Buchanan City, the county’s economic center, is moving ahead as planned.
“Electricity is already reaching parts of Grand Bassa,” Lawrence said. “Now we must focus on Buchanan City, which remains a top priority. Our people are hopeful, and we will not let them down.”
As the project moves forward, she called for better community involvement and clear communication to keep public trust and accountability.
The electrification project is expected to improve daily life in Grand Bassa by making education, healthcare, and business easier to access, while cutting the high costs of fuel generators.
