By Stephen G. Fellajuah
Brewerville, Liberia, June 2, 2026 – Residents of NASSCORP Village along the Jahtondo Town Road in Brewerville have accused the National Housing Authority (NHA) of selling parcels of land originally designated for public facilities, including a school, clinic, police station, market, sports ground, and children’s playgrounds, in violation of the estate’s original development plan.
During a recent tour by New Dawn Newspaper, community members voiced frustration, saying the NHA’s actions have sparked confusion and fueled disputes.
They report that the sale of reserved public areas has triggered numerous conflicts, with several land and property cases now pending before the Brewerville Magisterial Court.
The NASSCORP Village project, financed by the National Social Security and Welfare Corporation (NASSCORP) and implemented by the NHA, was designed to deliver affordable housing to low-income Liberians through a mortgage scheme. According to the original master plan, the estate was to feature a school, police station, market, clinic, playground, basketball court, and football field—facilities that remain unbuilt.
Residents insist that none of these promised facilities have materialized. Instead, they allege, land set aside for these developments is being sold off to private individuals.
Emmanuel N. Toe, Chairman of the NASSCORP Village Estate, condemned what he called the unauthorized sale of community land. Toe told New Dawn that residents have repeatedly petitioned the NHA—submitting multiple letters and requests for investigation—but say their concerns have been ignored.
Toe further disclosed that some aggrieved residents have taken the matter to court, but allege the NHA continues to support land buyers on grounds of having authority to sell the land.
Residents warn that unless urgent action is taken, NASSCORP Village could become the first government housing estate in Liberia left without basic public amenities such as schools, a health center, and recreational spaces.
In one case cited by residents, documents bearing the signatures of NHA Chief Accountant Gola M. Sorsor and Estate Manager Dixon D. Nebo reportedly show that a prime front-view parcel of land was sold to tenant Jero S. Pelham for US$300. Residents allege that Pelham has close ties to NHA officials, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
They also claim that a deputy director at the NHA is laying claim to land originally designated for the construction of a basketball court.
“We are currently in court over the matter and have sought a stay order on that parcel of land, which was reportedly sold to a former NHA employee for just US$300,” Toe said. “In Brewerville, a front-view lot cannot be sold for less than US$1,000. This is wrong and unfair. We cannot allow public assets to go down the drain.”
Community dwellers also raised concerns about the alleged sale of wetlands within the estate, arguing that such areas should be preserved as natural parks. They contend that the sale of wetlands violates environmental laws and regulations and are calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to intervene.
Chairman Toe appealed to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and the Government of Liberia to intervene and address what he described as a serious problem threatening the future of the community.
He argued that under Liberia’s legal framework, the sale of government property should be conducted through a competitive bidding process consistent with the requirements of the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC), a procedure he believes has been violated.
According to Toe, the NHA has consistently defended its actions by maintaining that it has the legal authority to sell land under its control.
“It is our prayer that President Boakai looks into this matter,” he said. “Every community deserves basic facilities. Without them, residents become vulnerable to crime and other social challenges.”
Adding to the allegations, occupant Christine S. Towee claimed that a portion of land associated with her property was taken and sold by the NHA to another individual.
“I am a victim,” she said. “Part of the land attached to my property was taken and sold. This is embarrassing and undermines the original master plan of the NASSCORP Village.”
When contacted on Monday, June 1, 2026, the NHA referred inquiries to Estate Manager Dixon D. Nebo. Speaking by telephone, Nebo dismissed the concerns, arguing that there are more important issues for journalists to focus on and accusing Chairman Toe of politicizing the matter.
“This is not campaign time, and the Chairman should stop playing politics,” Nebo said.
“The NHA can refund his money if he no longer wants the property or mortgage and wishes to leave.”
Regarding the disputed reserved areas, Nebo further maintained that the NHA has the statutory authority to make decisions concerning estate property without the consent of residents or community members.
Meanwhile, John K. Jallah Jr., Director of Compliance and Enforcement at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), said the agency is unaware of any wetland sales within NASSCORP Village.
Jallah emphasized that no individual or institution has the legal authority to sell wetlands, citing both environmental laws and provisions of Liberia’s Land Rights Act.
“Wetlands are critical ecosystems governed by specific legal protections,” he explained, referencing Section 75 of the Environmental Protection and Management Law, which outlines how wetlands should be managed and protected.
He encouraged community leaders and residents to submit a formal complaint, accompanied by documentary evidence, so the EPA can investigate and appropriately engage the National Housing Authority.
