By Domingo Dargbeh
The Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia (EFFL) has sharply criticized the ruling Unity Party (UP) Alliance, describing it as a “complete disappointment” amid growing internal tensions within the governing coalition.
In a strongly worded statement titled: “The Difficult Truth,” EFFL leader Emmanuel Gonquoi, expressed deep frustration over a “repeated leadership failures, and lack of coordination within the alliance.”
“We are not just unhappy, but are deeply dissatisfied within the UP Alliance. The leadership…has become a complete disappointment.”
Gonquoi said, EFFL has consistently raised concerns internally, but claimed that “those issues have gone largely unaddressed.”
He pointed to “poor leadership, and a breakdown in communication.”
Gonquoi: “Key alliance structures have failed to function since the elections.”
According to him, the alliance, originally formed to unify political partners and coordinate governance, has drifted from its founding principles.
“Poor leadership has crippled its purpose… the structure now operates in a way that benefits only one side. That is not partnership, but an imbalance.”
Subtle Defense Of President, Criticism Of Advisers
While distancing President Joseph Nyuma Boakai from direct blame, Gonquoi suggested that those surrounding the President are undermining both his “leadership and the alliance.”
“The reality is that Boakai is surrounded by advisers, who continue to disappoint him politically, and undermine the spirit of this alliance.”
No Protest For Now
Despite the strong rhetoric, Gonquoi clarified that the movement is not mobilizing for protest against the government at this stage.
Instead, the group has formally submitted its concerns to the President and is awaiting a “politically decisive” response.
“We will not engage in any protest as we await his response… but we will not accept any form of disrespect.”
He added that ongoing mobilization efforts across Montserrado and other parts of the country are focused on restructuring the party and preparing for future elections, not inciting unrest.
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