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.
Speaking Saturday, June 27, 2026 through zoom from the United States of America to supporters in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County, during the CDC’s 22nd anniversary celebration, Weah said Liberians had been “deceived” by promises of national rescue and transformation, arguing that the country is now facing worsening economic conditions, rising hardship, and shrinking opportunities. “The road to 2029 begins today,” Weah declared, calling on partisans and opposition groups to unite and mobilize for what he described as the next political battle.
Also, the former president alleged that the Boakai administration is persecuting political opponents, suppressing free speech, disregarding Supreme Court rulings, and using state security forces to intimidate peaceful citizens.
He further accused the government of failing to safeguard Liberia’s territorial integrity and claimed the country had become a “narco state” where drug trafficking networks operate with official protection, but did not present evidence to support the allegations.
Reflecting on the CDC’s 22-year journey, Liberia ex-president described the party as a movement founded by ordinary Liberians seeking political inclusion and social justice. He recounted his own rise from humble beginnings to the presidency, saying the CDC proved that leadership should be earned rather than inherited.
Weah defended his administration’s record, highlighting investments in roads, market facilities, housing, and affordable education, while acknowledging that his government faced significant challenges during its tenure.
The anniversary celebration also drew several opposition political figures, including 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. Meanwhile, he thanked them for attending, saying their presence demonstrates the willingness of opposition forces to work together in Liberia’s national interest.
