27/08/2026
COALITION FOR DEMOCRATIC CHANGE
Office of the National Chairman
Republic of Liberia
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 27, 2026
CDC PAYS SOLEMN TRIBUTE TO IDEOLOGICAL COMPATRIOT COMRADE JANJAY BAIKPEH, PREPARES FOR THE RETURN OF H.E. PRESIDENT GEORGE MANNEH WEAH, CONVENES OPPOSITION LEADERS’ ROUNDTABLE, AND CONDEMNS PRESIDENT BOAKAI’S DISHONEST AND NEFARIOUS SPEECH
Monrovia, Liberia – The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) begins this statement with profound sorrow and a solemn tribute to the memory of Revolutionary Comrade Janjay Baikpeh, a fallen Blue Warrior whose unwavering loyalty, courage and dedicated service strengthened the revolutionary foundation of the CDC.
SOLEMN TRIBUTE TO MARTYR JANJAY BAIKPEH
Comrade Janjay Baikpeh was more than a partisan. He was a committed revolutionary, dependable leader and fearless defender of the values and political aspirations of the CDC.
Until his passing, he served as Chairman of the CDC Grand Bassa County Chapter. He previously served as National Vice Chairman for Operations of the Revolutionary National Youth League and, 2023 Senatorial candidate for Grand Bassa County. And in the Liberian government, he was Superintendent of Grand Bassa County during the CDC administration.
In every position entrusted to him, Comrade Baikpeh demonstrated loyalty, discipline, courage and an unshakable commitment to the CDC and the Liberian people. His passing is a painful loss to his family, the resilience people of Grand Bassa County and the entire CDC revolutionary movement.
Again, the National Executive Committee extends its deepest condolences to his bereaved family, comrades, friends and the people of Grand Bassa County. His sacrifices and revolutionary service will remain permanently engraved in the history of the CDC.
All activities marking the transition and homegoing of Martyr Janjay Baikpeh will take place in Grand Bassa County. The Special Committee headed by Dr. Bhofal Chambers will lead and coordinate the CDC’s participation in all activities associated with his dignified transition.
Rest well, Revolutionary Comrade Janjay Baikpeh. Your struggle, service and sacrifices will never be forgotten.
RETURN OF H.E. GEORGE MANNEH WEAH
The Political Leader of the CDC and former President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency George Manneh Weah, will return to Liberia on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
The National Executive Committee has constituted a Special Steering Committee, chaired by former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Bhofal Chambers, to organize a reception for the former President.
The committee is empowered to establish subcommittees and undertake all necessary activities to enhance its work. All CDC lawmakers, including Representatives and Senators, are members of the committee.
SPECIAL COMMITTEE:
Dr. Bhofal Chambers – Chairman
Gabriel Nmah – Co-Chairman
Emmanuel T. T. Swen – Co-Chairman for Mobilization
Cllr. Jlateh Sayor – Secretary
Lewis Wright – General Coordinator
Hon. Dadee Gibson – Coordinator, Margibi County
Mrs. Famata Wesseh – Financial Secretary
Alvin Wesseh – Chief Spokesman
Michael Tarr – Social Media Coordinator
Abu Sheriff – Communication Coordinator
Nora Weh – Member
Mohammed Jalloh – Member
Gertrude J. D. Williams – Member
Sriyea Musu Soji – Member
Thomas Kelvin Kollie – Member
Hilton Koffa Bioh – Member
Kolu Sumo – Member
Ex-Officio Members:
Senator Nathaniel Farlo McGill
Hon. Moses Acarous Gray
Hon. Israel Akinsanya
Hon. Paulita Wie
Hon. Ruth Collins
The CDC calls upon all partisans, supporters, well-wishers and peace-loving Liberians to participate in welcoming His Excellency George Manneh Weah home.
OPPOSITION LEADERS’ ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
On Saturday, September 5, 2026, leaders of Liberia’s opposition community will gather at the Jamaica Resort in Paynesville for an Opposition Leaders’ Roundtable Discussion.
The National Executive Committee has designated Ambassador Dee-Maxwell Saah Kemayah, Liberia’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, to lead and coordinate the Opposition Leaders’ Roundtable Discussion, which will be presided over by His Excellency George Manneh Weah.
The engagement will provide opposition leaders with an opportunity to discuss Liberia’s political, economic, security and governance challenges and strengthen cooperation in defense of democracy, constitutional governance and national accountability.
CDC CONDEMNS PRESIDENT BOAKAI’S DISHONEST AND NEFARIOUS SPEECH
The CDC strongly condemns President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s August 26, 2026 national address concerning the rule of law, as dishonest and nefarious. Jojo Boakai, the son of President Joseph Boakai who was publicly named in a video by the co***ne cartel continues to walk scout free without accountability while the national security infrastructure has been infiltrated, seized, and operated by the co***ne cartel. President Boakai has also failed to take action against notable government officials, including Police Inspector General, Gregory Coleman, under whose command the 3,971KG of Co***ne was escorted by the Liberia National Police.
Therefore, President Boakai speech on the the rule of law is a mockery of democratic and constitutional governance- given his persistent violations of both statutory and constitutional law, and his disregard to Liberia Supreme Court rulings.
In this regard, the CDC further calls for an independent investigation into transnational drug trafficking in Liberia, including allegations of cartel pe*******on of state and national security institutions. Such an investigation must be credible, impartial and free from political interference.
The Liberian people deserve truth, accountability and equal justice—not selective prosecution, political intimidation or speeches intended to conceal the government’s failure to confront Liberia’s growing co***ne crisis.
A compromised national security apparatus cannot investigate itself!
Signed:
Atty. Janga Augustus Kowo
National Chairman
Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC)
Republic of Liberia