–Former Maritime Authority Boss Says the CDC Remains a Powerful National Force, Dismisses Claims of Decline, and Hints at Major Reorganization Ahead of the Next Election Cycle
MONROVIA – Former Information Minister Lenn Eugene Nagbe has declared that the opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) remains a formidable political force and is actively rebuilding for a return to power in 2029, rejecting suggestions that the party has weakened since leaving government.
Speaking Sunday night on Spoon FM/TV’s One-on-One with the CEO, Nagbe insisted that reports of the CDC’s political decline have been greatly exaggerated and accused some of the party’s opponents of attempting to erase its influence from Liberia’s political landscape.
“There are people who believe they can erase the CDC,” Nagbe said. “But you cannot erase the CDC.”
Nagbe, who serves as Chief of Staff in the Office of former President George Manneh Weah, argued that the former ruling party continues to enjoy strong grassroots support throughout the country despite its defeat in the 2023 presidential election.
According to him, the CDC is currently engaged in a nationwide effort to strengthen its organizational structures, reconnect with supporters, and prepare for future political contests.
He disclosed that the party is moving ahead with plans for a national convention and broader restructuring efforts designed to position it for the next electoral cycle.
The former Maritime Authority CEO maintained that political parties often emerge stronger after electoral defeats and suggested that the CDC is following a similar path.
“We are organizing, restructuring, and preparing,” he indicated, expressing confidence that the party remains relevant in Liberia’s political landscape.
Nagbe also used the interview to defend the record of former President Weah’s administration, arguing that several infrastructure and development projects currently receiving attention under the Unity Party government were initiated during the CDC era.
He suggested that some officials within the current administration have been reluctant to acknowledge the role played by the previous government in launching or securing financing for major national projects.
The comments reflect a broader effort by CDC officials to reclaim ownership of development initiatives they say began under former President Weah.
Beyond defending the party’s legacy, Nagbe portrayed the CDC as a political movement that remains deeply connected to ordinary Liberians.
He argued that many of the social and economic challenges facing the country today are creating renewed opportunities for the opposition to engage citizens and present alternative policy solutions.
Political observers say the remarks offer an early glimpse into the opposition’s strategy as Liberia gradually begins looking toward the 2029 elections.
Although former President Weah has not formally declared any future political ambitions, speculation continues within political circles that he could remain a central figure in the CDC’s future plans.
Nagbe’s confidence reflects a growing determination among party loyalists who believe the CDC remains capable of mounting a strong challenge in future elections.
For now, the former Information Minister says the party’s focus is on strengthening its structures, expanding its reach, and preparing for the next phase of Liberia’s political journey.
“The CDC is not going anywhere,” Nagbe asserted. “The CDC remains a major force in Liberian politics.”
As both the ruling Unity Party and the opposition CDC begin positioning themselves for future political battles, the contest for public confidence and political relevance appears set to intensify in the years ahead.
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