Former Liberian President George Weah has publicly criticized the demolition of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) headquarters, describing the move as politically motivated and a threat to democratic norms in Liberia.
In a statement issued Saturday, Weah called the destruction of the CDC compound in Congo Town “unfortunate and regrettable,” alleging that the Unity Party-led administration under President Joseph Boakai orchestrated the eviction in defiance of legal procedures. “This was not a lawful eviction,” Weah said. “It was a failed mission to destroy and erase the CDC.”
The former president urged CDC supporters to remain calm and respect the rule of law, emphasizing the importance of peaceful coexistence. “I encourage you to stay calm, remain law-abiding, and respect due process in the interest of our democracy,” he stated.
Weah accused the Boakai administration of overstepping its authority, claiming that police forces acted on direct presidential orders despite ongoing legal appeals. He warned that such actions could undermine Liberia’s fragile peace and democratic institutions. “Their list of violations grows daily—from police brutality against ordinary citizens to outright disregard of court orders,” he said.
Despite the setback, Weah expressed confidence in the CDC’s resilience and announced the formation of a Special National Headquarters Delivery Committee to oversee the construction of a new facility. “The loss of our office building is temporary. We shall overcome this sooner rather than later,” he said, adding that the party’s strength lies not in physical structures but in the commitment of its supporters.
Weah also cautioned against retaliatory actions, urging partisans to avoid violence and continue to uphold legal norms. “Resist the temptation to take the law into your own hands,” he said. “Our unity and identity live in the minds, hearts, and fighting spirit of our supporters.”
The demolition took place early Saturday morning, following an eviction order issued by the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of Montserrado. Police and court sheriffs, some wearing masks, supervised the operation, which included the razing of the Munah E. Pelham Youngblood Vocational School located on the premises.
President Boakai, speaking to reporters upon his return from Japan, defended the action as a lawful enforcement of a court ruling. “The law is the law,” Boakai said. “The police were ordered to carry out the action, and they did. That demolition was simply the removal of people from premises that did not belong to them.”
The incident has sparked debate over the balance between judicial enforcement and political neutrality, with observers calling for restraint and adherence to democratic principles amid rising tensions.
