MONROVIA – In the wake of a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of Liberia, national voices are hailing the decision as a crucial step toward restoring constitutional order and reaffirming the rule of law in the country. The ruling, handed down on April 23, 2025, rejected what it termed the unlawful and unconstitutional actions of the so-called majority bloc in the House of Representatives, a development that has sparked widespread political and legal discourse.
A statement issued in reaction to the Court’s decision described the ruling as more than a legal victory, calling it a moment of “national redemption” that has revived confidence in Liberia’s battered democratic structures. According to the authors of the statement, the Supreme Court’s action represents a critical affirmation of legal principles over political expediency and underscores the judiciary’s role as the last line of defense for the Constitution.
The statement went further to commend the Supreme Court Justices for their courage and clarity in issuing a judgment that, despite intense political pressure, stayed rooted in the Constitution. It also extended thanks to the Liberian people, civil society groups, and principled voices in both government and opposition who stood on the side of legality and justice.
Yet, amid the celebration, concern was expressed about the behavior of certain junior government officials who have reportedly criticized and undermined the Court’s decision. The statement described their conduct as not only reckless and indecent but also a direct threat to Liberia’s democratic fabric. It called on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to take swift and decisive action to ensure that the Court’s ruling is implemented in full and without compromise.
“This is not a partisan issue; it is a constitutional imperative,” the statement noted, warning that any attempt to ignore or subvert the judgment could push Liberia further into political instability.
Addressing members of the so-called majority bloc, the statement urged reconciliation and a return to legislative responsibility. “The Supreme Court has spoken. The Constitution has been vindicated. It is time to return to reason,” it said, urging lawmakers to prioritize national interest over personal ambition.
