MONROVIA – Representative Taa Wongbe of Nimba County District #9 has delivered a pointed critique of Liberia’s political landscape, criticizing both the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) and the Unity Party (UP) for failing to deliver on promises during their time in government. Speaking on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Rep. Wongbe called for politicians to prioritize national development over partisan politics.
“The same way I felt it was shameful for UP to attack CDC’s administration after 12 years of missed opportunities, I find it equally embarrassing to watch some members of the CDC suddenly become policy experts overnight,” Rep. Wongbe said. He highlighted a recurring pattern where opposition parties often claim instant expertise while ignoring the gaps left by their own governance.
Rep. Wongbe pointed out that the CDC had six years with full control and mandate but failed to address critical development needs. “They had six years to open up the Southeast with real roads. They didn’t. They had six years to finish the Ganta to Tappita highway. They didn’t. They had six years to grow jobs, strengthen agriculture, fix hospitals, upgrade schools. They didn’t. They had six years to move Liberia forward. They didn’t,” he emphasized.
He also noted that the UP, which governed for 12 years, similarly left major gaps in infrastructure, education, and healthcare.“UP also had 12 years and also left major gaps like roads and schools. Now, they have another six years,” Rep. Wongbe said, underlining that no party has a moral high ground when it comes to governance failures in Liberia.
Rep. Wongbe stressed that the criticism should not be selective or politically motivated. He said that political parties often adopt a narrative of righteousness once in opposition, even when they failed to act while in power. “This isn’t about CDC or UP. It’s a pattern in Liberian politics because UP did the same when they had 12 years to transform this country. So, no one has the moral high ground here,” he remarked.
While acknowledging his position as a member of the opposition Alternative National Congress (ANC), Rep. Wongbe said constructive criticism should replace attacks designed to score political points. “Personally, I am a member of the opposition and will critique this administration where it falls short, but we are not here to tear Liberia down for political points or ‘dah my time’ mentality,” he stated.
He further urged politicians to prioritize programs and policies that benefit citizens rather than engage in rhetorical battles over past failures. “We’re here to push the country forward,” he said, emphasizing that Liberia’s development should supersede party rivalries.
In his remarks, Rep. Wongbe employed Liberian vernacular to convey his message on accountability and fairness, noting that each lawmaker has a responsibility to critique without undermining the country’s progress. “You lek aye…you na lek aye…dah your baynay…I na talk my own,” he concluded.
