Congo Town, Monrovia – The Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has launched a mobilization drive, aiming to galvanize its base and rebuild momentum after their narrow defeat in the 2023 election.
Leading this effort is the Speaker of the 55th Legislature, Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa, who has been actively rallying CDC supporters, emphasizing unity as the cornerstone of their comeback strategy. Speaking at a CDC political rally on Friday, June 28, Koffa highlighted the party’s need for cohesion to reclaim political power.
“The CDC is in a period of counter-revolution, and no successful revolution ever bypasses a counter-revolution,” Koffa declared. “We must remind our partisans that during this counter-revolution, unity is the most crucial aspect for both the congress and the party.”
Friday’s event, held amidst torrential rain and thunderstorms, saw hundreds of CDC partisans and supporters gather at the party’s headquarters in Congo Town for the CDC Militants, Homecoming, and Reconciliation Program. The event underscored calls for unity and collaboration within the opposition, aiming for a cohesive strategy in the 2029 election.
Speaker Koffa remained optimistic about the CDC’s potential for a resurgence. “Our strength lies in unity and the ideologies that have brought us here,” he said. “Today, you have made this day memorable, and I thank you all for your dedication.”
Musa H. Bility, Liberty Party’s controversial chairman and Nimba County District #7 Representative, also stressed the importance of unity within the opposition. “There will be temptations, but let’s work together and come back stronger,” Bility said, praising Koffa’s leadership in the House of Representatives.
Bility expressed confidence in Koffa’s leadership, asserting that not even 25% of the House could vote to remove him as Speaker. He warned that any attempt to disrupt the Legislature would destabilize the state, emphasizing the need to respect the 2023 election results, which divided control between the Executive Mansion and the Capitol Building.
Chief Cyril Allen, a dedicated CDC member, echoed sentiments of hope and renewal. “This program signifies that a new Liberia has been born,” Allen stated, commending CDC partisans for their commitment. He criticized President Boakai’s administration, claiming it has failed to meet expectations in its first six months.
“President Boakai has surrounded himself with unscrupulous bureaucrats of the old order,” Allen said. “The Liberian people need better leadership and deliverance from this administration.”
Former President George Weah, the political leader of the CDC, confirmed his intention to run in the 2029 elections, reversing his earlier stance. The event concluded with reflections on the current administration and discussions on future leadership, emphasizing the CDC’s commitment to effective governance and democratic processes as they prepare for the 2029 election.
