Says Unity Party’s Obsession With Weah Could Pave the Way for His Return in 2029
IPNEWS: Prominent media executive and political commentator Stanton Witherspoon, one of the leading campaigners for the Unity Party (UP) during the 2023 general and presidential elections, has issued a stern warning to the Boakai-Koung administration about what he calls a dangerous political miscalculation — the continued fixation on former President George Manneh Weah.
Speaking recently on his popular online platform, Spoon Talk, Witherspoon cautioned that the ruling Unity Party risks reviving Weah’s political momentum if it fails to deliver on key promises and remains focused on attacking the former president instead of governing effectively.
“All the Unity Party talks about is George Weah,” Witherspoon said. “They seem to forget that Weah is not an ordinary politician. He carries something special that connects with the people. If they keep on this path, they are preparing the stage for his comeback in 2029.”
Witherspoon emphasized that while many Liberian politicians can travel abroad and return home to a quiet reception, Weah’s presence continues to electrify the nation, commanding the attention of both supporters and critics alike.
“Other politicians can come and go without much notice,” he explained. “But when George Weah lands in the country, everything changes — the streets talk, the people gather, and even the government shakes.”
The Spoon Network CEO warned the Boakai-Koung administration that dismissing Weah’s influence or underestimating his connection to ordinary Liberians could be a costly mistake in the next electoral cycle.
“The Unity Party should focus on the bread-and-butter issues — the economy, jobs, and the daily struggles of the people,” Witherspoon advised. “Saying that Weah is nobody will be their greatest political error.”
Analysts say Witherspoon’s remarks reflect growing concerns among some Unity Party supporters and neutral observers that the government’s communication strategy has been overly reactive toward opposition rhetoric, rather than highlighting tangible progress under the ARREST Agenda.
As Liberia’s political atmosphere begins to heat up four years ahead of the 2029 elections, Witherspoon’s comments add to the ongoing debate over George Weah’s enduring popularity and the ruling party’s ability to maintain public confidence amid rising expectations. By: Andrew B Weah, 0770637216/0886429103, andrewbweah@gmail. Com
