Group condemns Cllr. Varmah’s comments as a threat to judicial independence and calls for reaffirmation of rule of law.
MONROVIA – The Citizens Movement for Change (CMC) has expressed profound concern over recent statements made by the President of the Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA), Cllr. Bornor M. Varmah, which the group believes undermines the authority of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Liberia.
In a press statement issued on April 28, 2025, the Citizens Movement for Change (CMC), through the Office of its Political Leader, Rep. Musa Hassan Bility, condemned what it described as a “shameful” attack on the judiciary, calling the remarks a troubling departure from the Bar’s fundamental duty to uphold and protect the rule of law. The statement from Cllr. Varmah, made earlier that day, was seen by the CMC as not just an unfortunate misstep but a betrayal of the very judicial principles the LNBA is meant to champion.
The release further expressed concern that such comments could weaken public confidence in the judiciary and pose a significant threat to Liberia’s democracy. The CMC demanded an immediate clarification from the LNBA leadership, urging them to confirm whether Varmah’s remarks were a personal opinion or represented the official stance of the association.
“As the country strives for judicial stability, this kind of rhetoric injects unnecessary tension into an already fragile political environment,” said the CMC. “The people of Liberia are watching, and we cannot afford to have our legal profession appear partisan or dismissive of the constitutional role of our courts.”
In conclusion, the CMC called on all patriotic Liberians, including legal professionals and civil society groups, to condemn the remarks and reaffirm their commitment to the independence of the judiciary. “The rule of law is not optional,” the group emphasized, “It is the foundation of peace, order, and civilized governance.”
The CMC’s statement comes at a time of heightened political tensions in Liberia, with ongoing efforts to maintain judicial independence amidst various legal and political challenges.
