The National Elections Commission (NEC) on Thursday formally certificated the Liberian Alternative People’s Party (LAPP), granting it full legal status to operate as a political party and participate in all electoral processes across the country.
The certification ceremony, held at the NEC headquarters in Monrovia, brought together partisans, supporters, political actors, and senior officials of the Commission. Representatives of several registered political parties also attended, marking the LAPP’s entry into Liberia’s increasingly crowded political landscape.
NEC Chairperson and other commissioners presented the certificate of accreditation to the party’s leadership, signaling the completion of all legal and administrative requirements mandated under Liberia’s electoral laws. The Commission emphasized that certification is a critical step in ensuring that political institutions operate within the framework of transparency, accountability, and democratic governance.
The Liberian Alternative People’s Party was registered by its National Chairman, Adaa Zonen, along with former Presidential Affairs Minister George Wesseh Blamo, who played a key role in steering the party through the registration process. Party executives described the certification as a milestone that positions the LAPP to contribute to national dialogue and political competition.
Speaking briefly after receiving the certificate, Chairman Zonen expressed gratitude to the NEC and reaffirmed the party’s commitment to participating in Liberia’s democratic process. He noted that the LAPP intends to present itself as an alternative voice in national politics, although the party has yet to announce its full political platform or strategic direction.
With the addition of the Liberian Alternative People’s Party, the NEC now lists 46 fully registered political parties eligible to contest elections, field candidates, and engage in political activities nationwide. The growing number of parties reflects Liberia’s open political environment but also raises ongoing questions about party viability, institutional strength, and the sustainability of multi‑party competition.
The NEC reiterated that all registered parties must adhere to the country’s electoral guidelines, including financial reporting, internal democratic practices, and compliance with campaign regulations. The Commission also encouraged political institutions to promote peaceful engagement as Liberia continues to strengthen its democratic culture.
The certification of the LAPP marks another chapter in the evolution of Liberia’s political system, adding a new actor to the national stage ahead of future electoral cycles.
