The Congress for Democratic Change has temporarily suspended five partisans for choosing to support the regime-aligned candidate in the Nimba County by-election, Representative Samuel Kogar, and requested them to appear before the Grievance and Ethics Committee of the party, observing that their action is in contrast to the party’s recent instruction to support the three independent candidates in the race.
Individuals suspended by the CDC are Sam Kpahn, Bill Wonta, Anita Roberts, Josiah Gbusseh, George Kanwie, Magnus Niah and Thomas Q. Suah.
According to a CDC release, in keeping with the CDC Constitution—specifically Part II, Chapter I, Rule 14—these individuals are hereby temporarily suspended pending further review. “As a party founded on discipline, loyalty, and structure, we must enforce internal cohesion while still allowing room for accountability and reconciliation,” the release stated.
The release noted that, consistent with Part I, Article 15, Section 80, and Part II, Chapter I, Rules 17 & 18 of the CDC Constitution, the above-listed members are requested to appear before the Grievance and Ethics Committee of the party, not as a punitive gesture but a necessary step to ensure due process and reaffirm the CDC’s enduring respect for institutional norms and internal justice. “We strongly encourage all partisans to remain focused, unified, and disciplined in advancing the communal interests of our revolutionary cause,” the release added.
The CDC emphasized that it is meticulously following the on-going by-elections in Nimba County, and recognizing Nimba’s critical role in Liberia’s political, social, and economic advancement the party reiterated its unwavering commitment to developing and empowering the county and its people. “Under the CDC-led administration, Nimba County witnessed meaningful investments in infrastructure, education, rural electrification, and essential social services—demonstrating our party’s results-driven approach to governance and dedication to national equity,” the release continued.
In light of the stakes in these elections, the CDC said it recently issued a formal communication urging all members and supporters to rally behind the party’s preferred candidates, noting that the call was rooted not in division but in the necessity of presenting a common front against the retrogressive elements undermining the nation’s democracy—particularly those aligned with individuals who played a central role in the un-Constitutional and politically motivated removal of the elected Speaker of the House of Representatives.
The party argued that the actions taken during the illegal episodes were not just political missteps—they were clear violations of democratic norms. “The candidate in question, Hon. Samuel Kogar, participated in actions that deeply injured the Constitution and stained the integrity of the National Legislature. Kogar and his Unity Party dragged Liberia’s democracy through the mud for selfish political gains. We cannot in good conscience support individuals who collaborate with a regime that prioritizes political convenience over constitutional order and good governance,” the release, signed by the party’s Deputy National Secretary for Records and Research, Randall M. Dobayou II, observed.
Meanwhile, the CDC has expressed deep appreciation to all partisans for their overwhelming turnout and support during the recent due payment launch held in Monrovia. The party said the energy displayed was a powerful reminder that the base remains alive and vibrant. “As we look ahead, the CDC will embark on a vigorous nationwide mobilization campaign across all fifteen counties, reaching every electoral district, town, village, and diaspora chapter. This effort will further strengthen our connection with the people and lay the groundwork for an inclusive and victorious return in 2029,” the release disclosed.
