Henry P. Costa, once hailed as the “Moses of Liberia” for his outspoken advocacy, has undergone a significant transformation that has left many questioning his credibility in the talkshow business. Costa’s shift from celebrating the Promise Mandate of the Liberian people to elect Ambassador Joseph Nyumah Boakai as President of Liberia to supporting George Manneh Weah has raised eyebrows and sparked controversy.
Costa’s talkshow, once a powerful platform for discussing political issues and championing the voice of the people, has taken a hit due to allegations of blackmailing and the dissemination of false information. This shift has led to a loss of trust among his followers and a tarnishing of his reputation in the media landscape.
One of the most astonishing aspects of Costa’s transformation was his abrupt change of allegiance from supporting Ambassador Joseph Nyumah Boakai for President to rallying behind George Manneh Weah within a mere two weeks before the Presidential run-off. Many speculate that this switch was financially induced by the CDC government, further eroding Costa’s standing as a credible voice in Liberian politics.
In the lead-up to the Presidential run-off elections, Costa initiated a character assassination campaign against Ambassador Joseph Nyumah Boakai. However, the electorate seemed to disregard these attempts, focusing instead on their dissatisfaction with the George Weah government. The people’s decision to vote out the George Weah administration was driven by concerns about bad governance, corruption, extrajudicial and ritualistic killings, as well as the mismanagement of public office.
The sudden turn of events in Costa’s political stance has left many Liberians disillusioned and questioning his motives. His credibility, once a cornerstone of his influence, is now in question as he navigates the complex and often murky waters of Liberian politics.
While Henry Costa may have lost some of his luster as a political commentator, the broader implications of his shift underscore the volatile nature of politics in Liberia. As the country strives for stability and progress, the people must remain vigilant in evaluating the credibility of their political figures and media personalities to ensure a transparent and accountable political landscape. Henry P. Costa’s journey serves as a cautionary tale about the fragility of trust in the realm of politics and the importance of staying true to one’s principles in the face of external pressures.