Monrovia – Former President George Weah has raised alarms over reports of threats and intimidation ahead of the upcoming senatorial by-election in Nimba County, urging the United Nations to step in to ensure a fair electoral process.
By Yawah Jaivey, [email protected]
In a meeting Monday with UN Resident Coordinator, Madam Christine Umutoni, Weah expressed concerns over the increasing insecurity and the apparent erosion of the rule of law in Liberia.
He highlighted early reports of voter intimidation, stressing that the Nimba election will serve as a critical test for Liberia’s democracy and its commitment to peace and stability.
Weah, leader of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), emphasized the importance of a free, fair, and transparent election process, free from external interference or security threats.
He called on the UN to monitor the situation closely, noting that any deviation from democratic standards could threaten Liberia’s peace and undermine regional stability.
The former president also pointed to ongoing issues within the National Legislature, including the defiance some lawmakers have shown toward the Supreme Court, comparing it to the same political turmoil that once destabilized the country.
In response, Madam Umutoni assured Weah that the UN would continue to support Liberia’s path toward peace and democratic development. She confirmed that the international community would closely monitor the Nimba bi-election to ensure its fairness.
The meeting was also attended by UNDP Deputy Resident Representative Louis Kuukpen and UN Coordination Specialist Margaret Gulavic.
