30/09/2025
Monrovia â On September 29, during a press conference held at the temporary headquarters of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), Alvin Wesseh, Vice Chair for Political Education of the Youth League, accused Deputy Minister Cornelia Kruah of disbursing US$250,000 to Unity Party leaders in Montserrado County, supporters, and the leadership of the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS).
CDC Alvin Wesseh Alleges $250,000 Paid to Coerce Airport Welcome for President Boakai, as Deputy Minister Cornelia Kruah Denies.
According to Wesseh, the funds were used to pressure civil servants and MCSS students to forcibly attend a welcoming event for President Boakai at Roberts International Airport.
âThey are forcing students and civil servants, some of whom disagree, to go and receive President Boakai, just like how Liberians willingly volunteered to welcome former President Weah,â he stated.
However, when contacted, Deputy Minister Cornelia Kruah strongly denied the allegation, saying, âItâs untrue. One thing is certain we donât need to disburse $250,000 for any welcoming program at the airport.â
When asked if she is aware of partisan groups mobilizing at the airport to receive the president,
âI cannot confirm that, as I havenât been involved in any mobilization for the airport,â She responded emphasizing that she is unaware of any such activities or disbursements linked to her office.
Meanwhile, President Boakai is expected to return to Liberia today after attending the United Nations 80th Anniversary in New York, USA, and the Liberian First Diaspora Conference in Washington, D.C. His arrival comes following the recent return of his major political contender, George Weah, to Liberia a week ago.