…Weah Blames Boakai Gov’t for Political Intolerance
By Amos Harris
The recent demolition of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) headquarters in Congo Town has sparked a heated debate about political tolerance and the rule of law in Liberia. The building was torn down on Saturday following years of legal disputes, but the move has drawn sharp criticism from opposition supporters and leaders, who accuse the Boakai administration of political intolerance.
Joint security forces, led by the Liberia National Police, carried out the eviction order. However, eyewitnesses have accused the government of using heavy-handed tactics. Some CDC partisans have also expressed disappointment with their own leaders, alleging that they failed to protect the party’s interests and prioritized personal gain.
Following the demolition, former President George Manneh Weah, now an opposition leader, called the event “unfortunate, regrettable, and politically motivated.” While urging supporters to remain calm and respect due process, Weah directly accused the Unity Party-led government of orchestrating a “calculated assault” on Liberia’s largest opposition movement. Weah argued that the demolition was not a lawful eviction but a “failed mission to destroy and erase the CDC.” He insisted that the security forces acted under political instruction rather than neutral judicial enforcement.
Despite the setback, Weah announced the formation of a Special National Headquarters Delivery Committee to construct a new, modern facility. He emphasized that the party’s “unity, strength, and identity are not in bricks and mortar, but in the hearts and minds of our supporters.”
The incident has raised questions about Liberia’s fragile democracy. Critics suggest the Boakai administration risks being seen as intolerant and politically vindictive if it does not provide a clear explanation for the demolition. On the other hand, some observers argue that the CDC leaders are responsible for the legal and financial missteps that led to the eviction.
The Boakai government has yet to release an official statement, leaving many to wonder if the eviction was a simple matter of law enforcement or the beginning of politically charged actions that could deepen divisions in the country.
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