Liberia National Police (LNP), Inspector General (IG) Gregory Coleman, has praised the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) for a “disciplined and mature” response during the weekend eviction and demolition of the party national headquarters in Congo Town.
In an official statement issued Sunday, August 24, 2025, Coleman lauded the CDC for “respecting the rule of law” despite the strong sentimental and historical attachment the party had to the property.
“Your respect for the rule of law, despite the strong sentiments of value, and history attached to the property, reflects a maturity that strengthens country’s democracy,” Coleman said, describing the development as a milestone for Liberia’s democratic journey.
The police chief noted that the eviction served as a test of both the CDC’s leadership and the resilience of the country’s democracy.
He stressed that the peaceful acceptance of court orders by political institutions sets an example for all Liberians.
Coleman then assured the public of LNP’s neutrality and professionalism, saying that the police will continue to safeguard the rights and dignity of every citizen.
He also commended the joint security and court officers for their professional conduct during the eviction exercise.
“This is a lesson for all of us that Liberia can only move forward if we build a society not defined by division, but by unity, stability and shared progress,” he said.
The headquarters of the CDC, often called the “Blue Revolution Ground,” was a symbolic center of the party-political rise since its founding in 2004 by former President George Weah.
The property hosted rallies, protests and political milestones that marked the CDC transformation from opposition movement to ruling party in 2017.
The eviction followed years of legal battles over ownership of the property, while some critics accused the ruling Unity Party government of targeting the opposition, authorities maintained that the action was strictly based on a court mandate.
Analysts say CDC’s calm response avoided potential unrest and demonstrated political maturity at a critical juncture in the nation political history.
Coleman’s commendation reinforced the significance of the party reaction, which observers believe could serve as a precedent for handling future political and legal disputes.