Monrovia, Liberia — The office of former President George Manneh Weah has dismissed as “completely false and misleading” circulating claims that he contacted French President Emmanuel Macron to intervene in the ongoing Liberia–Guinea border dispute.
According to an official statement issued on Monday, March 16, Weah has not received any national security briefing regarding the territorial tensions, in line with standard protocol. The statement emphasized that all diplomatic efforts should focus on peaceful resolution and regional stability, while urging the public to rely on official sources and avoid spreading “false and malicious rumors.”
The clarification comes amid widespread social media speculation involving prominent political figures of the ruling Congress for Democratic Change (CDC). Two senior CDC members, Isaac Doe and Keff Hassan, were specifically implicated in sharing unverified information that suggested Weah had personally intervened with Macron.
Following backlash and verification by Weah’s office, both Doe and Hassan issued public apologies. Isaac Doe acknowledged that his earlier post, which he claimed came from “someone with direct knowledge,” was inaccurate. “I graciously accept wrong when I am wrong and make the necessary adjustments to be correct the next time,” he said, calling for accountability and caution in public communication.
Similarly, Keff Hassan apologized for contributing to the misinformation, urging followers to prioritize verified information. Analysts say such admissions are rare in Liberian politics and demonstrate a commitment to transparency, especially during sensitive regional issues.
Observers note that the incident underscores the growing influence of social media in shaping public perception and the critical need for political figures to verify information before sharing it. As tensions remain high over the Liberia–Guinea border dispute, Weah’s office continues to call for calm and measured responses from both officials and the public.
