Monrovia – The National Elections Commission (NEC) of Liberia has strongly condemned a protest staged at its Upper Bong County Magisterial Office, describing the action as unlawful and based on false and misleading claims. The Commission dismissed the claims as “disparaging, unsubstantiated, and unsupported by the Elections Law of Liberia,” stressing that no legal provision requires Elections Magistrates to be appointed based on birth county or native status. Addressing concerns raised during the protest, the Commission clarified that the current Elections Magistrate for Upper Bong County, Mr. Alfred W. Tokpa, is a seasoned and long-serving NEC staff member who previously served as a Regional Coordinator. His appointment, the NEC emphasized, was made in full compliance with the Elections Law. The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to independence, credibility, transparency, and professionalism in the administration of public elections across Liberia.

Source: Front Page Africa January 09, 2026 19:05 UTC