In the lead-up to the Presidential run-off elections in Liberia, scheduled for November 14, 2023, disturbing allegations have emerged implicating Monrovia Mayor Jefferson Tamba Kojie in orchestrating attacks on the opposition Unity Party (UP). These allegations suggest a concerted effort to suppress voter turnout and favor the re-election of President George Weah. Mayor Kojie, a […]
As Liberia inches closer to its next presidential election, a palpable tension has enveloped the political landscape, centered around President George Weah’s perceived fear of losing the presidency to Ambassador Joseph Boakai. This article explores the dynamics of this fear, examining the political undercurrents and potential implications for Liberia’s future. A Shifting Political Landscape: President […]
In recent times, Liberia has found itself at the center of a political storm as the ruling party, the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), expressed its intentions to change electoral heads and workers. The proposed overhaul has sparked controversy, with accusations surfacing that the head of the Elections Coordinating Committee (ECC) is working in favor […]
In the midst of Liberia’s political landscape, a recent controversy has emerged as the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) accuses the head of the Election Coordinating Committee (ECC) of alleged collaboration with the opposition Unity Party. The CDC claims that the ECC head is operating within the confines of the opposition’s ‘war room,’ suggesting […]
In the complex world of politics, alliances are often formed for strategic reasons, with shared goals or ideologies serving as the foundation. However, President George Weah’s political journey in Liberia has taken an unexpected turn, as he finds himself supported by strange bedfellows who seem more motivated by financial benefits than a genuine belief in […]
In a shocking turn of events, a Ghanaian IT expert working on a data collection and entry project in Liberia has been arrested, raising questions about the nature of his work and the circumstances surrounding his detention. The IT expert was hired to set up a data center for the Unity Party in the Southeast […]
In a surprising turn of events within Liberia’s political arena, third-place finisher Edward Appleton has officially endorsed the Unity Party’s Standard Bearer, Joseph Boakai. This unexpected endorsement adds a new dimension to the upcoming election, potentially influencing voter sentiment and reshaping the political landscape. Appleton’s Decision to Endorse Boakai: Edward Appleton, who secured a notable […]
Liberia’s political landscape has been rife with surprises, but perhaps none more unexpected than the endorsement and campaigning of Henry P. Costa for the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), led by President George Manneh Weah. While political alliances can be advantageous, Costa’s association with the CDC has ignited a firestorm of controversy and raised concerns […]
Liberia, the vibrant West African nation once marred by decades of civil conflict, is now making headlines for an entirely different reason. This captivating nation, often called the “Land of the Free,” is undergoing a remarkable transformation that is capturing the attention of the world. From political stability to economic growth and cultural revival, Liberia […]
Alexander B. Cummings, the former presidential candidate of the Alternative National Congress (ANC) in Liberia, entered the political arena with high hopes and aspirations in 2017. However, his neutrality in the run-off election that year, which left many scratching their heads, may have played a pivotal role in his disappointing performance in the 2023 elections. […]