LIBERIA – Former Liberian President George Weah has reached a boiling point, issuing a stark warning to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) about the relentless harassment he faces from the current government led by President Joseph Boakai. A close aide, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that Weah has formally lodged a complaint with ECOWAS, urging them to intervene in what he describes as the “madness” perpetrated by Boakai and his ruling Unity Party.
Weah, a symbol of resilience and peace, has expressed deep frustration over the disrespect he has encountered from Boakai and his supporters. He cited alarming incidents, including armed police encroaching upon the headquarters of his party, the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), and the ongoing denial of access to the VIP terminal he constructed during his presidency at the Roberts International Airport (RIA).
Throughout his career, Weah has consistently championed peace, evidenced by his role as a peace ambassador during Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s administration. However, sources close to him assert that he is no coward; his Kru heritage is steeped in a legacy of warriors. Weah’s patience is wearing thin as he calls upon ECOWAS to prevent Boakai from dragging Liberia back into turmoil.
The situation has escalated, with Weah highlighting the growing anger among his party members, who are enduring harassment and wrongful dismissals from public service. Just two days prior, violent clashes erupted when police raided the CDC headquarters under the guise of pursuing drug dealers, marking the second such invasion in two months.
“We have maintained the peace of Liberia,” the aide relayed, recalling how Boakai, during his time in opposition, Weah extended kindness to him and his family, even covering medical expenses. “I am a peace-loving person, but we will not allow anyone to threaten our security,” Weah reportedly told ECOWAS leaders.
Moreover, Weah has raised concerns about Boakai’s continuous violation of the country’s laws and rampant corruption. The message is clear: the former president is ready to take a stand if the harassment does not cease, and he urges regional leaders to act decisively to safeguard Liberia’s fragile peace.
