19/08/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 19, 2026
CDC CONDEMNS HARASSMENT AND BOGUS CHARGES AGAINST FORMER VICE PRESIDENT H.E JEWEL HOWARD-TAYLOR
A Reckless and Tyrannical Abuse of State Power
Monrovia, Liberia: The Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) vehemently condemns the harassment, intimidation, detention, and apparent fabrication of charges against Liberiaβs former Vice President, Her Excellency Chief Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor.
The pursuit of allegations against the former Vice Presidentβwithout a clear, credible, and transparent explanationβraises serious concerns about political persecution and the weaponization of the justice system. This action is calculated to divert public attention from known suspects and persons of interest whose roles require thorough and impartial investigation.
The degrading treatment meted out to the former Vice President is not only an affront to her dignity and constitutional rights but also a dangerous threat to Liberiaβs democracy, peace, and stability.
The Liberian people deserve the truth through an independent, transparent, and credible investigation. The government must not use unsubstantiated charges, intimidation, or procedural subterfuge to shield security officials or other state actors who may be implicated.
Any attempt to damage the reputation of former Vice President Howard-Taylor or manipulate public opinion through the misuse of state institutions constitutes a tyrannical abuse of power. The CDC will firmly resist such conduct through every lawful and democratic means available.
The CDC demands that the government:
1. Publicly disclose the factual and legal basis for its actions against the former Vice President;
2. Guarantee her constitutional rights, dignity, safety, and unhindered access to legal counsel;
3. Immediately end all politically motivated harassment and intimidation; and
4. Ensure an independent and impartial investigation of every person implicated in the matter, regardless of political affiliation or official position.
The CDC calls upon civil society, religious leaders, the media, political parties, the diplomatic community, and all democratic forces to stand together in defense of constitutional governance, due process, and the rule of law.
An attack on the rights of one political leader is a warning to every Liberian.
Democracy must be defended.
Signed:
Atty. Janga Augustus Kowo
National Chairman
Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC)
Republic of Liberia