IPNEWS: Alvin Wesseh, a prominent executive within Liberia’s opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), has publicly urged the party’s leadership to adopt a strong stance against disloyalty amid ongoing internal and external political tensions. His call is part of a broader internal discussion within the CDC about party unity and discipline following their loss of power in the 2023 general elections.
Wesseh’s statement emphasizes the need for internal clarity and discipline, particularly regarding party members who may align with the current ruling Unity Party (UP). This follows incidents like the suspension of two CDC Youth League officials for allegedly aligning with the UP candidate in a by-election.
He called for a national conversation on strengthening the power of political parties over their elected members in the National Legislature, as current Liberian law limits a party’s ability to remove an elected official for disloyalty.
Wesseh and the CDC Youth League have condemned actions by some CDC lawmakers, such as Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah, for defying party leadership and associating with the ruling administration, which they view as a move to destabilize the opposition.
The underlying message of Wesseh’s call is for the CDC to “recalibrate, restrategize, reenergize” and remain a “disciplined Movement of patriots” ahead of future elections, specifically the 2029 polls.
The call for action comes amid a contentious political environment in Liberia, characterized by:
The CDC has accused the current Boakai-led government of engaging in a political “witch hunt” and using state institutions for political purposes against former officials.
Wesseh himself has made controversial statements, including a warning in September 2025 that Liberia could face a return to civil war if the Unity Party attempts to steal the 2029 elections, statements which have been widely debated and criticized as dangerous.The internal dynamics also involve discussions about the party’s future, with some critics questioning if the CDC can thrive beyond the singular figure of former President George Weah and adapt to a more collective leadership model.
The CDC leadership, including Chairman Janga Kowo, has acknowledged the need to address internal conflicts and maintain unity, but a specific official response to Alivin Wesseh’s recent call for a strong stance against disloyalty has not been prominently reported beyond the general push for party cohesion.
