MONROVIA – The Liberian Government through the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism (MICAT) has condemned Bomi County Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe for alleged statement that the Ministry attributed to him. The Ministry issued its official statement on the purported statement from the Senator on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
But the Senator responded and termed the Ministry’s statement as “false and unfounded.” Below are the both statements:
“The Government of Liberia condemns recent irresponsible and inflammatory statement made by Bomi County Senator Edwin Snowe, who is also a member of the ECOWAS Parliament, in which he vowed to use his connections at the sub-regional body, ECOWAS, to ensure the failure of the Government of Liberia led by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.
Mr. Snowe declared that he would “do everything possible including using his connections in ECOWAS to make the Boakai-led government to fail, even if it means discouraging foreign direct investment to Liberia and making the country ungovernable and unstable until he, Snowe, becomes President of Liberia”.
The Government of Liberia reminds Mr. Snowe and other officials, who may hold similar thought, that no citizen is licensed to undermine his/her own country and government by vowing to use ECOWAS internal institutions or other international organizations to either promote their selfish ambitions or plot destabilization.
The Government of Liberia calls on all sub-regional, regional and international organizations to ensure that such plan by Mr. Snowe and his collaborators to undermine and destabilize the Liberian Government is not actualized.
Liberia continues to remain a champion of peace, security and economic integration within the Mano River Union (MRU), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), African Union (AU) and the broader international system.
The Government assures the citizens of Liberia that it has the capacity to, at all times, meet its obligations to the Liberian people and will do all it can to succeed, keep the country safe, ensure stability and prevent those wishing to cause chaos from achieving their intentions.
The Government concludes by urging the Liberian people to work continuously with and lend support to their government to meet their needs, and build a prosperous nation.
Snowe Responds
I have just come across an unfortunate and deeply troubling statement posted on the official Facebook page of the Ministry of Information, purportedly attributing to me inflammatory and irresponsible remarks allegedly intended to undermine and destabilize the Government of Liberia. While I take steps to verify the authenticity of this publication, I wish to state, in the strongest possible terms, that I categorically reject and condemn any such false and unfounded allegations. Should the statement be confirmed as authentic, I will immediately call for a full, independent, and transparent investigation into these malicious accusations against my person.
Snowe and President Boakai
On May 16, 2025, Senator Snowe met with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and after that meeting he posted this statement on his Facebook page: “As part of our continued observance of National Unification Day, I had the distinct honor of sharing breakfast this morning with His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia.
This important engagement was made possible through the coordination of Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, Sr., and Senate Pro Tempore Madam Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, both of whom were present and actively contributed to the spirit of unity and dialogue.
Our engagement was warm, frank, and forward-looking. We discussed matters close to both our hearts—the peace, progress, and prosperity of Mama Liberia. In a time when our nation seeks clarity and healing, conversations like these are not just symbolic—they are essential.
What stood out most was the President’s reaffirmed commitment to dialogue, his respect for the views of the opposition, and his willingness to lead with inclusivity and restraint. In our discussion, we agreed on a vital truth: that in all we say and do, our messages to the Liberian people must be clear, responsible, and anchored in peace. The stakes are too high, and the cost of confusion too great, for ambiguity to guide our public discourse.
I want to publicly appreciate the President’s posture toward unity and his tolerance for dissent—a cornerstone of any vibrant democracy.
As a proud member of the opposition, let me restate this without hesitation: I love Liberia. I want what’s best for her. My role is not to tear down, but to speak truth, offer solutions, and help steer our nation forward—constructively, boldly, and patriotically.
Snowe and VP Koung
A day earlier, the Bomi County Senator also posted this about the Vice President. “Amidst our political diversity, political tolerance and the respect for opposing views shall remain the hallmark of our democratic credentials.
“The misrepresentations or doctoring of our views and voices will not cave us into submission.
We will continue to responsibly express our views without fear or in favor of any particular individual group.
Mr. Vice President, so far, you have proven to be a strong believer of those values…, please help others to understand that.”
