By: Julius Konton
The Chairman of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), Janga Kowo, says the party remains fully committed to pursuing legal action regarding the controversial demolition of its former headquarters in Congo Town.
“We believe the demolition was premature, and we will fight this case to its logical conclusion to ensure the government is held accountable,” said Chairman Kowo during a press conference.
At a news conference in Monrovia Chairman Kowo disclosed that the CDC has already filed two separate appeals to the Supreme Court in relation to the case.
He emphasized that the demolition was not only ill-timed but also carried out with alleged malicious intent.
He cited the destruction of the party’s iconic Sacremore Tree as symbolic of the government’s disregard for political heritage and private property.
Kowo further accused the government of being responsible for the destruction of personal property and alleged that some police officers looted items during the demolition exercise.
“One of our vehicles went missing during the process. The government will be held accountable, and we will not rest until this matter is legally addressed by the court,” he emphasized.
Despite the situation, Kowo praised CDC partisans for remaining peaceful and law-abiding during the demolition.
“We are custodians of the rule of law and will remain so forever,” he said, stressing the party’s commitment to due process and democratic principles.
According to the CDC chairman, the demolition incident has reignited the spirit and determination of party members.
He noted that this renewed energy is evident in the overwhelming support for the construction of the party’s new, state-of-the-art global headquarters.
In a separate development, Chairman Kowo, speaking on behalf of the CDC, extended condolences to the family of the late Mark Bracewell, a former officer of the party.
He also challenged the Liberia National Police and the government to take responsibility for a series of deaths allegedly linked to police actions, referencing incidents such as the 2024 Kinjor protest and other instances of alleged police brutality.
