Monrovia, Liberia – The U.S. Embassy in Liberia issued a statement today addressing the recent surge in preemptive victory claims by multiple candidates and political parties ahead of the official results announcement from the National Elections Commission (NEC).
In their official statement, the U.S. Embassy expressed its commitment to wait for the official results from the NEC, aligning with other international partners in refusing to judge the outcome of the election based on claims made by any party or candidate. The embassy emphasized the importance of patience in this crucial phase of the democratic process and encouraged all Liberians to do the same.
The embassy’s stance is consistent with the joint post-election press statement released by the ECOWAS and African Union election observation missions, which urged the media, political parties, and candidates to refrain from prematurely announcing election results, stressing the importance of waiting for the NEC’s declaration.
The United States Embassy extended its congratulations to the people of Liberia for their active participation in the elections and their dedication to exercising their right to vote and engaging in the electoral process. This civic engagement was viewed as a testament to the nation’s commitment to democracy.
The U.S. Embassy also reiterated its call for all citizens, political parties, and political aspirants to remain calm, patient, and peaceful while awaiting the official election results. Maintaining stability and order during this period is crucial to upholding the integrity of Liberia’s democratic process.
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