By Domingo Dargbeh
“…the expectation Weah might have perceived for his CDC government were not met; leaving residents feeling abandoned and disillusioned,” –Senator Zoe Emmanuel Pennue.
Grand Gedeh County Senator Zoe Emmanuel Pennue, is no more holding back his criticism of former President George Weah’s administration.
In a bold move that sent ripples through the political landscape of the county, Pennue
said, Weah had nothing to offer the people of Grand Gedeh, and therefore, “he lied, misled and further failed to deliver meaningful developments to the county during his six years in office.”
Sen. Pennue’s remarks came at a time when many Grand Gedians expressed dissatisfaction with how “pace and quality of development are being handled in the Southeast.”
He said, the expectation Weah perceived for his government were not met, “leaving residents feeling abandoned and disillusioned.” Pennue’s statement was contained in his recent radio broadcast in the county. He declared: “Our people deserve better; for the last six years (2018-2924), we waited for real change; it did not come.” Sen. Pennue underscored the urgency for new direction in leadership that would bring about the expected changes in the county. He meanwhile, declared himself an “independent person,” who now distanced himself from the past failures of the Weah’s administration. Pennue also positioned himself as a “fresh alternative” for voters in any future elections. “I am now an independent candidate. I will support individuals, who will be committed to bring real development to our county.” Pennue’s decision to contest as an independent candidate in any election comes barley a week after he was expelled from the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC). Local analysts suggest that Pennue’s foray into independent politics could potentially reshape the electoral dynamics in the county. With his established political background and recognition among voters, Pennue could attract a significant following, especially from those who feel let down by the Weah’s administration.
His focus on real development initiatives may also appeal to younger voters seeking transparency and accountability in leadership.
Punnue’s statements have sparked discussions among community leaders, and political observers regarding the future of development initiatives in the cunty.
Many Grand Gedians have questioned what concrete steps will be taken to address the issues that have plagued the county, including inadequate infrastructure, limited
access to education, and healthcare challenges.
In the stance, Pennue pledged to support “committed individuals” suggests a collaborative approach to governance that could foster new partnerships and innovative solutions.