MONROVIA – The Civil Law Court has ordered the eviction of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) from a contested piece of property located at the intersection of Tubman Boulevard and the road leading to Bernard’s Beach.
The decision was handed down by Judge George W. Smith during the June term of the court.
The case arose from a summary proceedings initiated by Ebrima Varney Dempster, the administrator of the intestate estate of Martha Stubblefield Bernard.
The estate sought to regain possession of the land, which covers approximately 4.23 acres. The court’s ruling, delivered on August 4, 2025, concluded that the CDC, represented by its Acting Chairman Janga A. Kowo, must vacate the premises.
According to the court order, the sheriff of Montserrado County is tasked with executing the eviction by immediately placing the plaintiff back into possession of the property, as detailed in the metes and bounds of the plaintiff’s deed.
The court affirmed that the eviction must be carried out in accordance with the law, emphasizing the need for adherence to the judicial process.
The ruling has stirred various reactions among political analysts and the public. Supporters of the CDC have expressed concern about the implications of the eviction for the party and its operations, while others view the court’s decision as a reinforcement of property rights under Liberian law.
As the sheriff prepares to enforce the court’s order, the political landscape in Liberia may experience a shift, particularly as the CDC navigates the potential repercussions of losing access to this vital property.
The completion of this legal proceeding marks a noteworthy event in Liberia’s ongoing dialogue about property rights, governance, and the rule of law, reflecting the judiciary’s active role in resolving disputes involving political entities and real estate interests. Further developments are anticipated as the CDC responds to the ruling and as stakeholders analyze the long-term effects of this decision on Liberia’s political and legal frameworks.
