CDC Gathers Valor In Weah’s Exultant Return

MONROVIA-Opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) appeared to have gathered enough valor weeks after its famous headquarters was bulldozed on court orders, as witnessed in the exultant return of their political leader and presumptive standard-bearer in 2029, former President George Manneh Weah.

Thousands of Cdcians swarmed the courtyard and environs of the Roberts International Airport Monday to welcome home the man they regard as “our leader” in a rather dramatic resurgence of political fervor.

They chanted slogans of regret and renewed loyalty. “Our pa sarry we made mistake… Sleepy Joe fool us. 2029 da u we want,” billowed across the tarmac. The move is said to have signaled a potent wave of grassroots energy behind the CDC’s comeback bid.

In his usual humble and peace-appealing tone, the former President called for unity and restraint while addressing the crowd of jubilant supporters.

“We don’t need to fight. We need to be safe, and we need peace in this country. That’s the only way we can move forward,” he said, urging supporters to uphold law and order as the party rebuilds its foundation.

The former president’s return comes on the heels of the August 23 demolition of the CDC headquarters, a move enforced by court order. Undeterred, Weah pledged swift reconstruction, calling the new headquarters a beacon of resilience. “George Manneh Weah is here. We’re going to restore; we will rebuild our party headquarters. That’s our goal, that’s our mission,” he declared.

To spearhead the effort, the CDC has formed a 23-member committee led by Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa and Senator Nathaniel F. McGill. The party plans to launch a fundraising initiative, including a dedicated bank account and multiple payment channels to attract contributions from both local and international supporters.

With Weah back on Liberian soil and the CDC mobilizing its base, the party appears poised to reclaim its political momentum-setting the stage for a high-stakes journey toward 2029.

Alphonso Toweh

Has been in the profession for over twenty years. He has worked for many international media outlets  including: West Africa Magazine, Africa Week Magazine, African Observer and  did occasional reporting for CNN, BBC World Service, Sunday Times, NPR, Radio Deutchewells, Radio Netherlands. He is the current correspondent for Reuters 
 He holds first  MA with honors in International  Relations and a  candidate for second master in International Peace studies and Conflict  Resolution from the University of Liberia.