Monrovia, Liberia – Alexander B. Cummings, Political Leader of the opposition Alternative National Congress (ANC), has strongly rejected the official results of the 2023 presidential election, alleging the numbers were manipulated to diminish his political standing.
Speaking Thursday at the Center for the Exchange of Intellectual Opinion (CEIO) in Monrovia, Cummings dismissed the tally that placed him at just one percent of the national vote as “fraudulent and politically motivated.”
“The one percent attributed to me in the 2023 elections was not only inaccurate ~ it was manipulated,” Cummings asserted. “If I truly received one percent, why did both former President George Weah and now-President Joseph Boakai seek my endorsement in the runoff? That alone tells you the numbers were cooked.”
He contended that the official results were skewed in an effort to marginalize his growing influence and silence a viable alternative voice in Liberian politics.
“The truth is, I represent a real alternative for Liberians, and that scares some people,” he said. “But I will continue to speak up, stand up, and fight for a better future for our country.”
Calls for Government Action on Drug Crisis
Cummings also used the platform to sound the alarm over what he described as a “national emergency” — the rise in illegal drug importation and abuse, particularly among young people.
“The fight against drugs cannot be left solely to communities or individuals,” he said. “This is a national crisis, and the government must take the lead to protect the future of our young people. We are losing a generation, and the longer we delay, the more irreversible the damage becomes.”
His remarks follow a wave of public concern over the impact of narcotics on Liberia’s youth and communities, with calls mounting for stronger, more coordinated government intervention.
Economic Concerns and Poverty
In addition to election integrity and public health, Cummings addressed Liberia’s ongoing economic struggles, criticizing what he sees as a disconnect between the country’s natural wealth and the poverty experienced by its citizens.
“Liberia is too rich for our people to be living in such abject poverty,” he said. “What we need is leadership that prioritizes the welfare of the citizens, fosters job creation, and ensures economic growth is inclusive.”
Cummings’ statements come at a time of growing debate over political transparency, economic policy, and national security. With Liberia still grappling with post-election tensions and a worsening drug crisis, the ANC leader’s remarks are likely to fuel further discussion about the direction of the country’s leadership.
