The Secretary General of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Jefferson Tamba Koijee, has condemned the current administration led by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for its alleged misuse of power and disregard for the rule of law.
Koijee highlighted several troubling issues, including the aggressive actions of state security forces against political opponents, which have reportedly resulted in loss of life and injuries among citizens.
In a statement issued by the CDC on Thursday, September 26, Koijee pointed to the repeated police interventions at the CDC headquarters, which he described as provocative and unjustified.
He criticized the government for using the judiciary to target political adversaries, claiming that the legal system has become a tool for political maneuvering.
“The Boakai administration is weaponizing the courts to undermine opposition parties, particularly the CDC, which is detrimental to our democracy and could lead to chaos,” Koijee asserted.
The CDC Secretary General also expressed deep concern over the recent alterations made to the national budget without legislative approval.
“The president’s office has shown blatant disregard for the governance structure by reallocating $20 million of the national budget, which is criminal and a sign of potential corruption,” he asserted.
Koijee further denounced the stark contrast between the extravagant spending by the Boakai administration and the struggles faced by ordinary Liberians.
“While civil servants struggle to make ends meet, the president indulges in lavish expenditures, leaving critical sectors like education and healthcare in dire need,” Koijee pointed out angrily while addressing reporters in Monrovia.
Additionally, Koijee called for a renewed investigation into the death of Charlotte Musu, urging the government to pursue justice rather than expedite her burial.
“We must ensure that the real perpetrators are brought to justice. The government must prioritize this case, as it affects the integrity of our judicial system,” he stated.
As the CDC rallies for accountability and justice, Koijee urged international partners to hold the Boakai administration responsible for its actions and to support the preservation of democratic principles in Liberia.
