On a momentous day at the EJS Ministerial Complex, the winners of the October 10, 2023, General Elections for Senators and Representatives were officially certified in a ceremony that echoed the democratic triumph of the people. The event marked the culmination of a fiercely contested election, featuring candidates vying for legislative positions as well as […]
Liberia, a country rich in history and resilience, has been through its share of trials and tribulations. The 2023 Presidential election in Liberia was closely watched both domestically and internationally. Incumbent President George Weah, a former international football star, rose to power in 2018 with a wave of optimism and hope. However, there were several […]
As Liberia braces for a re-run of presidential elections, President George Weah faces a critical hurdle in securing support from the third and fourth placers in the initial October 10 elections. The consequences of failing to garner this support could have profound implications for Weah’s bid for re-election. 1. Fragmentation of Voter Base: President Weah’s […]
As Liberia gears up for a re-run of presidential elections, the political landscape is charged with anticipation. President George Manneh Weah, seeking re-election, faces a formidable opponent in Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai. Several factors contribute to the speculation that President George Weah might encounter challenges in securing a second term against Amb. Joseph Boakai. 1. […]
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 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 […]
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. […]
Alexander B. Cummings is losing popularity in the run-up to the October 10, 2023 Presidency
The administration of President George Weah in Liberia has been marked by both hope and controversy. Elected in 2017 as the 25th President of Liberia, Weah’s rise from a celebrated football icon to a political leader brought aspirations of positive change. However, his presidency has also faced challenges, including concerns over alleged killings and human […]