MONROVIA, LIBERIA — The Weah Movement 2029 Nationwide Auxiliaries Groups Network has strongly condemned expelled lawmaker Yekeh Kolubah over his recent remarks against former President George Manneh Weah, denying allegations that the former Liberian leader interfered with Kolubah’s reported reconciliation process with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai.
In a statement issued on October 11, the group described Kolubah’s remarks as “baseless and reckless,” accusing the former lawmaker of making unsubstantiated claims against Weah without presenting evidence to support his allegations.
The group maintained that Weah, who leads the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), had no involvement in Kolubah’s personal political engagement with President Boakai.
“Former President George Manneh Weah has absolutely nothing to do with Kolubah’s personal reconciliation with President Boakai,” the statement declared, portraying the former president as a statesman committed to peace, democracy, and the welfare of Liberians.
Movement Rejects Kolubah’s Allegations
The statement followed Kolubah’s press conference, during which he reportedly made remarks critical of Weah and threatened to engage in a political confrontation similar to his previous opposition to Weah’s administration.
However, the Weah Movement 2029 dismissed Kolubah’s statements, accusing him of attempting to attract political attention by attacking prominent political figures.
The group also challenged Kolubah to substantiate his claims linking Weah to the reported reconciliation process, insisting that the former president should not be drawn into what it described as Kolubah’s personal political affairs.
Threatens Political Response
The movement further called on Kolubah to withdraw his remarks and refrain from associating Weah with the reported reconciliation discussions.
It warned that failure to do so could trigger a political response, declaring that it would oppose Kolubah’s political ambitions, particularly if he intends to contest the 2029 presidential election.
The statement, however, did not specify what measures the group intends to pursue beyond political opposition.
CDC Auxiliaries Reaffirm Support for Weah
Reaffirming its loyalty to the former president, the group said the CDC and its auxiliary organizations remained firmly behind Weah, describing him as a symbol of peace and reconciliation.
The movement also vowed not to tolerate what it considers disrespect toward its political leader.
The latest exchange underscores continuing political tensions involving Kolubah, Weah, and the governing establishment as Liberia’s political actors position themselves ahead of the 2029 general elections.
