By: James FlomoSupporters of lead opposition leader George Weah do not seem deterred about legal wrangles that are stalling the run off in Liberia’s presidential elections. This protest, including a petition for a writ of prohibition to hold off the second round, has received support from ruling party supporters and other lesser parties. However the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that the Elections Commission still had time to continue and complete the investigation, and wouldn’t intervene in their role. Despite these arguments and the growing concerns in the streets about a probable transitional arrangement, Weah and his core supporters are however optimistic that the run offs will come up, and they will win. It does not establish the validity of the case.”Since the stay order in the elections, Weah has prevailed on his supporters to remain calm and allow the judicial process to wind out.

Source: GNN Liberia November 20, 2017 18:11 UTC