Liberia: Congress for Democratic Change Rallying Opposition Forces to Plot 2029 Comeback

Liberia main opposition Congress for Democratic Change has commenced conversation regarding a reinforced coalition that will challenge the governing Unity Party for the presidency in 2029.

New alliances will be built to make the party formidable going forward, CDC National Chairman Mulbah Morlu said. A retreat session has been planned for this April and to layout the blue print for an expanded coalition,

“Amid Liberia’s annoying Boakai problem, and the different analysis of the challenges that led to his cold-hearted presidency, as a party – it is time to rise above blame-shifting, by coming back together quickly, strengthening and expanding existing alliances, and rising to the occasion to hold the regime accountable.

“Simultaneously, we can achieve this feat while rebuilding the mighty Coalition for Democratic Change and its collaborating institutions as Liberia’s ark of redemption.

“As we begin internal discussions with member parties aimed at reactivating the Coalition for Democratic Change’s framework agreement, the CDC takes this opportunity to thank all member parties, partisans, supporters and sympathizers for the unwavering support, dedication, and commitment to our revolutionary ideals, political doctrine, and grassroots principles. “

Full statement

CDC Announces ‘COMEBACK RETREAT’ 2024

(Theme: ‘TURNING SETBACKS INTO COMEBACK’)

Fellow partisans,

On behalf of the Standard-bearer, H.E. (former) President George M. Weah and the National Executive Committee of the Coalition for Democratic Change, I extend profound appreciation to all of our people for being courageous in the face of adversity, especially as we begin to painfully witness the virtues of good leadership (once upheld by the CDC-led government) trampled underfoot by the initial greed, misjudgments and betrayal of trust of the already failing Boakai regime.

Even though it’s still too early to draw final conclusions, but the adage ‘You will know from the eve, if your Christmas will be good’, serves notice to patriotic Liberians to forge unity around the CDC as the most viable grassroots democratic instrument of REDEMPTION.

In the face of his shameful, embarrassing and dehumanizing treatment meted out against his own people—unity party leaders, militants and foot soldiers who are sadly treated like ‘Plantation workers’ that labored only to supply the table of distant masters—Mr. Boakai’s insensitivity towards the needs of ordinary people and his easy compromise of the truth, risks sliding Liberia down a rapid moral and structural slippery slope.

Subsequently, our country is now faced with a new level of fear and anxiety that leaves many doubting what tomorrow brings.

Amid Liberia’s annoying Boakai problem, and the different analysis of the challenges that led to his cold-hearted presidency, as a party – it is time to rise above blame-shifting, by coming back together quickly, strengthening and expanding existing alliances, and rising to the occasion to hold the regime accountable.

Simultaneously, we can achieve this feat while rebuilding the mighty Coalition for Democratic Change and its collaborating institutions as LIBERIA’S ARK OF REDEMPTION.

As we begin internal discussions with member parties aimed at reactivating the Coalition for Democratic Change’s framework agreement, the CDC takes this opportunity to thank all member parties, partisans, supporters and sympathizers for the unwavering support, dedication, and commitment to our revolutionary ideals, political doctrine, and grassroots principles.

Upholding these cherished democratic values even in the face of unfolding challenges, CDCians are encouraged to continue to preserve the badge of discipline and honor, building the courage to confront the brutal facts of initial bad governance with optimism.

The truth cannot be denied that the CDC, when kept focused and fully united, remains the most significant democratic grassroots political instrument of change in Liberia.

And while we celebrate achieved victories of both past and present, we are nonetheless cognizant of the deep challenges ahead of us, and in this regard have engaged in broad-based consultations from all levels of our party.

Henceforth, we are pleased to announce that our party, the Mighty Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) will hold a CDC COMEBACK Retreat, scheduled to commence from April 24th to 29th, 2024, in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County; under the theme-

‘TURNING SETBACKS INTO COMEBACK’

This retreat will elevate an essential institutional platform to move forward in Unity, Strength and Renewed Momentum.

Additionally, it will also provide the space for constructive dialogue that resolves internal differences, and to promote unity and solidarity within our ranks.

Fellow partisans, our crucial governing challenges as a country make it imperative that we stand together as a cohesive force, united by a common purpose and vision for a better nation for all.

Furthermore, this ‘CDC COMEBACK Retreat 2024’ will provide us with an opportunity to develop strategies that will serve as our roadmap towards the year 2029, which is already being widely considered as The CDC COMEBACK year!

As the National Chairman of our Revolutionary Party, I want to emphasize that this retreat will not be a one-way street, but a people-driven platform that will value your input, suggestions, and ideas. We recognize that the strength of our party lies in the diversity of perspectives and experiences within our ranks.

Therefore, I encourage each and every CDCian to actively but constructively contribute to these pending discussions and deliberations that will shape our future.

In addition to developing strategies, we will also seek your valuable insights in formulating national policy responses that resonate with the aspirations and needs of the Liberian people.

By engaging in open and constructive dialogue, we can strengthen our party’s position and ensure that our actions are rooted in the interests of all citizens.

I am confident that this retreat will not only strengthen our party but also invigorate the collective spirit and determination of our Blue Revolution.

Together, we can overcome any obstacle and forge a path towards a brighter, more inclusive, and prosperous future for our nation.

Subsequently, my office in consultation with the CDC National Executive Committee, has constituted various committees that will shoulder the responsibility of taking us to the retreat; and I hereby ask each and every one of you to work with these committees in order to have a successfully retreat.

Once again, I extend my warmest gratitude to you at home and abroad for defending and holding steady the battle lines of the party.

In the coming months and years, there will certainly be attempts by unscrupulous elements of this failing government to engage in a multipronged and multi-actor effort to actively hinder the unstoppable rise of the CDC. They will try, but will never succeed; so fear not.

While our primary mission maintains a guided focus of reasserting the mighty CDC’s national political dominance, be assured that not many understand opposition politics like we do.

To the glory of God, backed by partisans’ support, we led and survived here during previous opposition years: hence we are familiar with the actors and know how to contain and hold them accountable when wrongs are committed.

As we look ahead, it is crucial that we analyze the political landscape, adapt to changing dynamics, and identify the most effective approaches to achieve our goals.

By harnessing the collective wisdom and expertise of all partisans, and ensuring that our party remains at the forefront of positivity, we will most assuredly prevail.

And as we prepare for this very important season of institutional renewal, may the period bring us together, reinforcing the bonds that unite us as partisans of the Mighty Coalition for Democratic Change-CDC.

With utmost gratitude and anticipation for a more vibrant and robust CDC, we remain STRONGER TOGETHER!

Thanks once again.

God bless the CDC.

Signed:

Mulbah K. Morlu, Jr.

​Chairman

-CDC COMEBACK Retreat 2024 Organizing & Sub Committees—

Theme: ‘TRANSFORMING SETBACKS INTO COMEBACK’

1. steering committee
2. Steering Committee Chairperson,                        Hon. Thomas P. Fallah
3. VICE CHAIRPERSONS
4. RETREAT COORDINATOR, Hon. Acarous M. Gray
5. Operations, Mr. Joseph Tye Williams
6. Finance, Hon. Augustine Monobala
7. Planing & Strategy, Hon. L. Eugene Nagbe
8. Legal Affairs, Hon. Saifuah Mai Gray
9. Foreign Affairs, Fred Gwyan
10. Political Engagement, Hon. Whilemena Saydee-Tarr
11. Secretary General, Hon. Malias Z. Sheriff
12. Logistics, Mr. Sidiki H. Fofana
13. Interfaith, Festus R.B. Logan
14. Budget & Appropriation, Jesse Koboi
15. Program Planning, Lewis A. Wright
16. Public Information & Mass Media, Anderson S. Chea
17. Spokesman, Isaac Doe
18. Inter-Party Affairs, Andrew Peters
19. Information Technology, Daoda S. Carlon

1. RETREAT SECRETARIAT
2. Archievego M. Doe, Deputy Secretary/Adm
3. Jefferson Chesson, Deputy Secretary/Records
4. Eric Pervis, Asst. Secretary/Records & Research
5. Kezelee Vanyanbah, Member
6. Mohammed Bamba, Member
7. Matthew Fannoyon, Member
8. Jemaiman Dossen, Member
9. Ivor Moore, Member
10. Bacchus Manipakei Carr, Member
11. Harriett Shennon, Member
12. Michael Francis Tarr, Member
13. Eddie S. Baryon, Member
14. Charles Morris, Member
15. John Nyan, Member

1. Program Committee
2. Emmanuel TT Swen, Chairman
3. Edris Bility, Co-Chair
4. Esiaka Sheriff, Secretary
5. Jusurf Bility, Member
6. Eriah Gbah, Member
7. Onnis Wudueh, Member
8. Charles Morris, Member
9. Sylvester Rennie, Member
10. Kolu T. Sumo, Member
11. Heylove Mark, Member
12. Dianon Kollie, Member
13. Transco Dutor, Member
14. Mohammed Jalloh, Member

1. Planning & Strategy
2. Alexander Saylee, Chairman
3. Hassan Newland, Co-Chair
4. Abdul Kromah, Secretary
5. Horatias A. Richards-Siaffa, Member
6. Clearance Wilson, Member
7. Richelieu Urey, Member
8. Earl Enders, Member
9. Benedict Kolubah, Member
10. Morleeta Mends-Cole Chea, Member
11. Musu Momolu Isodje, Member
12. Peter Bemah, Member
13. Patrick Guah, Member
14. Brooks S. Botoe, Member
15. Salia O. Kamara
16. Patrick Guah, Member
17. Victor Santo Diggs, Member

1. Media & Communication
2. Kwame O. Weeks,  Chairman
3. James Crayton, Co-Chair
4. David Kolleh, Secretary
5. Mamensie Kabba, Member
6. Keff Hassan, Member
7. Gaizohn A. Davies, Member
8. Togar Alexander Bealded, Member
9. Diana Tweah, Member
10. Ojuku Gbozuah, Member
11. Mohammed Salue Sy, Member
12. Robert Griffiths, Member
13. Opee O. Johnson, Member
14. Raymond Roberts, Member
15. Emmett P Chea, Member
16. Alex D. Roberts, Member

1. Ways, Means & Finance
2. Abu Kamara, Chairman
3. Morris T. Mend, Co-Chair
4. Naileh Daitouh, Secretary
5. Esther walker, Member
6. Fatu Swaray,  Member
7. Maria Eva Doerner, Member
8. Cherah Doe, Member
9. Catherine Henry, Member
10. Philomena Collins, Member
11. Dekay Rokiatu Kaba, Member
12. Benetta Brown, Member
13. Assana Kehyee, Member
14. Fatumata N Bah, Member
15. Mildred Toteh, Member
16. Fatu Doryen, Member
17. Patience Theo, Member
18. Mickee Matus Gosoe, Member
19. Anthony Twah, Member

1. Legal Advisement
2. Standly Kparkillen, Chairman
3. Attny. Samora PZ Wokolo, Co-Chair
4. Attny Kanio Bai Gbala, Secretary
5. Cllr. Phil Dixon, Dep/Secretary, Research
6. Attny. Janga A. Kowo, ex officio Member
7. Atty.  Daniel C Gayedyu, Jr, Member
8. Prof. Johnson Gwaikolo, Member
9. Cllr. Thompson Jargba, Member
10. Cllr. C. Alexander Zoe, Member
11. Attny Henry K. Wokolo, Member
12. Prof. Isaac Zawolo, Member
13. Attny. Edwin N. Dennis, Member

1. Reconciliation
2. Chief Cyril A. Allen, Chairman
3. Sen. Gbezhnogar Findley, Co-Chair
4. Israel Akinsayeh, Secretary
5. Hon. Topple E. Doe, Member
6. Mark Keshan, Member
7. Prof. Duanna Kamara, Member
8. C Mike Doyen, Ex Officio Member
9. Rev. Victor S. N. Saylee, Member
10. Sen. Saah H. Joseph, Member
11. Aaron Kollie, Member
12. Ernest J. Clarke, Member
13. Joseph Todd, Member
14. Bennie Tickey, Member
15. Rev. Festus Logan, Ex Officio Member
16. Prof. Wilson K. Tarpeh, Member
17. Alfred Gibson, Member
18. Issac Roberts, Member
19. Jeremiah Sokan, Member
20. Rosetta Bowah, Member

1. Advisory Committee
2. Sen. Albert Chie, Chairman
3. Prof. Wilson Tarpeh, Co-Chair
4. Cllr. Charles Gibson, Secretary
5. J. Fonati Koffa (Speaker), Ex Officio Member
6. Dr.
7. Sen. J. Gbleh-Bo Brown, Member
8. Sen. Crayton O. Duncan, Member
9. Tapoe Doe, Member
10. Sen. Augustine Chea, Member
11. Sen. Peter Coleman, Member
12. Numene T. H. Bartekwa, Member
13. Hon Jonathan A. Mason, Member
14. Prof. Boka Wreh, Co-Chairman
15. Cllr. Thompson Jargba, Member
16. Sen. Joseph K. Jallah, Member
17. Hon. Solomon George, Member
18. Sen. Marshall Dennis, Member
19. Getrude W. Martin, Member

1. Budget & Appropriation
2. Sendolo Jacobson, Chairman
3. Sampson Dee, Co-Chair
4. Desmond Waka Doe, Secretary
5. Saylee Suworgo, Member
6. Maxwell Powson, Member
7. Godfrey Bulue, Member
8. Darius Kollie, Member
9. Varmah Bobby Gray, Member
10. Ebenezer Wisseh, Member
11. Rosetta L. Gbassay, Member
12. Hilary Koffa, Member
13. Christian Woart, Member
14. Chelleh B. Mitchell, Member

1. Entertainment
2. Onesimus w. Barchue, Chairman
3. ⁠Comfort Lloyd, Co-Chaor
4. ⁠Quincy Belewah, Secretary
5. ⁠Atrance tito Fakolly, Member
6. ⁠Angle Morris, Member
7. ⁠Georgio Queah, Member
8. ⁠Momo Fortune jr, Member
9. ⁠Martin Harris, Member
10. ⁠Duke Fahnborde, Member
11. ⁠Trokon Sefus, Member
12. Peaches Bendu Forkpah, Member
13. Janet Mulbah, Member
14. Worzee G. Flomo, Member
15. Mamadee Sheriff, Member

1. Protocol
2. Amb. Charles Wiles, Chairman
3. Aimar Brooks, Co-Chair
4. Cyrus Kamara, Secretary
5. Rosetta Nyanti, Member
6. Sonie Koryon, Member
7. Oumu Saa, Member
8. Dekay Kaba, Member
9. Augustine S. Welleh, Member
10. Binta Barry, Member
11. Rufus F McCarthy
12. Harriet Harris, Member
13. Munah Tarpeh, Member
14. Don Tudee Vamunya, Member
15. Varmuyan MF Fofana, Member

1. Delegates Accreditation
2. Musa Konneh, Chairman
3. G. Baccus Karpeh, Co-Chair
4. Abdul D. Kanneh, Secretary
5. Anthony K. Torbor, Member
6. Cassius Collins, Member
7. Julia phobo, Member
8. Daniel Z. Dwanan, Member
9. Joelinda Mulleburg, Member
10. Harriet Kengeemah
11. Abraham Ballah, Member
12. Paul Whela, Member
13. Prince Blojay, Member
14. Aruna Sylvester Sanoe, Member
15. Peggy state, Member
16. Diamond McGill, Member

1. Rules & Order
2. Hassan Newland, Chairman
3. Albert Quenah, Co-Chair
4. Clearance Wilson, Secretary
5. Mayango Jallah, Member
6. Richard Holder,Member
7. Alpha G. Gray, Member
8. Oratus D. Klah, Member
9. Boimah AD Sawyer, Member
10. Anthony Damina, Member
11. Charlotte Jackley, Member
12. Charles Morris, Member
13. Tayer Millimou, Member
14. Jackson K. Miller, Member
15. Martin Sakorma King
16. Zainab Kiazolu, Member
17. Bendu Sheriff, Member
18. Moses Kolnagbayan, Member

1. Accommodation
2. Janjay Baikpeh, Chairman
3. Nora Wreh, Co-Chair
4. Sylvester A. Kanneh, Secretary
5. Richard Singbeh, Member
6. Precious Johnson, Member
7. Mohammed L. Cisse, Member
8. Augustine Welleh, Member
9. Ivan Stevens Fayiah, Member
10. Israel Tamba, Member
11. Marjay Marsh, Member
12. Henry P Kpadeh, Member
13. Alfred Gonlepa, Member

1. Hospitality
2. Yvette Freeman, Chairperson
3. Kotati Karnga, Co-Chairperson
4. Pulwoo wesseh, Secretary
5. Famatta Wisseh, Member
6. Jarso Vivian Bhatti, Member
7. Princess Turkolon, Member
8. Pinky Crayton, Member
9. Alice D Nelson, Member
10. Binta Barry, Member
11. Alvin Jones, Member
12. Williet G Kollie, Member
13. Harriet Harris, Member
14. Munah Tarpeh, Member
15. Alvin Jones, Member
16. J Larry Tarlue, Member
17. Danise Rose Konneh, Member
18. Armstrong Gbartoedor, Member

1. Logistics
2. Ronald Mendscole, Chairman
3. Abubakar Bah, Co-Chair
4. Kenneth Martu, Secretary
5. David B. Saylae, Member
6. Magnus Nian, Member
7. Bedell Fahn, Member
8. Yanmah Browne, Member
9. Augustine Tamba, Member
10. Melvin Brown, Member
11. Emmanuel M. Cole, Member
12. Amadou Kallon, Member
13. Gabriel Williams, Member
14. Maxwell Kabbiah, Member
15. Emmanuel Johnson, Member
16. Pincky Crayton, Member
17. Roxie Noah Padmore, Member

1. Foreign Affairs
2. Marie Scott Wilson, Chairperson
3. Suzanna Gbangaye, Co-Chair
4. Roland King, Secretary
5. Manneh George, Member
6. Michael Gilman, Member
7. Constance Gbeliya Swen-Duopu, Ex Officio Member
8. Michael A. Massaquoi, Ex Officio Member
9. Musu Thomas, Ex Officio Member
10. Sampson Bloh Monger, Member
11. Prince Sheriff, Member
12. Mansfield Duopu, Member
13. Gbolu Aisha Howard, Member
14. Rossevelt R. Johnson, Member
15. Abrahim Tucker, Member
16. Melvin Payga, Member
17. Dorothy Dazie, Member
18. Cyrus Momo Sambolai, Member
19. Emmanuel Somah, Member
20. Kebbeh Jallah Arku, Member
21. Charles Krogee, Member
22. Bobby Benito, Member
23. Lydia Doumbia, Member

1. INTER-PARTY
2. J. Allison Barco, Chairman
3. Henry Johnson, Co-Chairman
4. Daniel Nuxe Thomas, Secretary
5. Magnus Nian, Member
6. Morris K. Saryon, Member
7. Jestino Sharty Gaye, Member
8. Joseph Duo, Member
9. Smarth Johnson, Member
10. David Dukuly, Member
11. Mary Johnson, Member
12. Waifa ciafa, Member
13. Thomas G. Goba, Member
14. Jusu Donnah, Member
15. Saye miller, Member

1. DECORATION
2. Fatu Swaray, Chairperson
3. Antoinette Mulbah, Co-Chair
4. Patience Theo, Secretary
5. Catherine Henry, Member
6. Linda Johnson, Member
7. Nathaniel Williams
8. Odell T Kolloh, Member
9. Nancy Firstlady Kwiyarhe, Member
10. Bernice Kilby, Member
11. Hellena B  Kaba, Member
12. Philimena Jeppoe-Collins, Member
13. Christiana T Won, Member                                          Albert D.M. Morris, Member

Christian Helb, Member

13. Randy W. Doe, Member
14. Roberta Collins Toogbabu, Member
15. Lassana Harrison Paul, Member

1. MASTERS OF CEREMONIES
2. Alvin Wisseh
3. Sekou Korleh
4. Joy Chichi Onos
5. Abdul Kanneh