Vows CDC Comeback, Accuses Boakai Of Failing Liberia
Reported by: Prince Saah
Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County – Former President George Manneh Weah has launched a blistering attack on the Unity Party-led government, accusing President Joseph N. Boakai of undermining democracy, violating the rule of law, and plunging Liberia into economic hardship as he declared that the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) is preparing to reclaim state power in 2029.
During the CDC’s 22nd anniversary celebration on Saturday, June 27, 2026, Weah spoke via Zoom from the United States of America to supporters in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County. He stated that Liberians had been “deceived” by promises of national rescue and transformation, claiming that the nation is currently dealing with deteriorating economic conditions, increasing hardship, and dwindling opportunities.
“The road to 2029 begins today, calling on partisans and opposition groups to unite and mobilize for what he described as the next political battle,” he said.
The former president also alleged that the Boakai administration is intimidating peaceful individuals with state security forces, restricting free expression, pursuing political opponents, and ignoring Supreme Court decisions. He further stated that Liberia had turned into a “narco state” where drug trafficking networks operate with official protection and accused the government of failing to maintain the country’s territorial integrity, but he could not provide any proof to back up his claims.
The former president reflected on the CDC’s 22-year history, characterizing it as a movement started by common Liberians who wanted social justice and political inclusion. He described his own ascent from lowly origins to the presidency, claiming that the CDC demonstrated that leadership should be acquired rather than inherited.
In addition, Weah acknowledged that his administration encountered many difficulties while defending its record by emphasizing improvements in housing, roads, market facilities, and accessible education.
Alexander Cummings, Musa Hassan Bility, Benoni Urey, Simeon Freeman, Dee-Maxwell Kemayah, Senator Thomas Yaya Nimely, former Justice Minister Kabineh Ja’neh, and former Finance Minister Amara Konneh were among the opposition political personalities that attended the anniversary event.
He praised them for coming and said that their participation showed that opposition forces were eager to cooperate for the good of Liberia.
