A storm is brewing over Congo Town as the gavel of justice falls decisively on one of Liberia’s most influential political parties. The Civil Law Court has ordered the Liberia National Police, under the direct supervision of Inspector General Col. Gregory O.W. Coleman, to execute the eviction of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) from its heavily fortified headquarters a ruling that is set to reverberate across the country’s political landscape. In an uncompromising letter from the Clerk of the Civil Law Court, the order instructs the police to join forces with the Sheriff of Montserrado County to enforce the mandate without delay. The instructions leave no room for negotiation: the CDC must vacate the premises. This enforcement action stems from Judge George W. Smith’s August 4, 2025 ruling, which determined that the 4.23-acre property strategically situated near Bernard’s Beach in Congo Town is the rightful property of the Intestate Estate of Martha Stubblefield Bernard. The court’s decision followed years of legal disputes over ownership, during which the CDC maintained physical control of the site. On August 13, 2025, the court issued a Writ of Possession, empowering the sheriff and the Liberia National Police to reclaim the land. According to the ruling, the CDC’s continued occupation of the property constitutes illegal possession, as verified deeds, survey records, and boundary markers clearly establish the Bernard Estate’s claim to the land. “The rule of law is the foundation of our democracy, and no entity, regardless of political power or influence, is above it,” the court’s communication stressed. The headquarters long regarded as the political heartbeat of the CDC has been central to the party’s identity since its rise to prominence in the early-2000s. The sprawling compound has hosted countless rallies, strategy meetings, and celebrations, serving as a symbolic bastion for party loyalists.
With the police now mandated to remove the party from the property, national attention is turning to how the eviction will unfold. Political analysts warn that the situation could escalate if tensions are not carefully managed. The CDC, which governed Liberia from 2018 to early 2024 under former President George M. Weah, retains a large and passionate support base. Any confrontation between law enforcement and party members could inflame political divisions. So far, party officials have remained tight-lipped. There has been no formal statement from the CDC’s national leadership regarding the eviction order or their next course of action. However, the silence has done little to quell public curiosity and speculation.
In a surprising twist just hours after the eviction order became public, Lenn Eugene Nagbe, former Minister of Information and current Chief of Office Staff to ex-President Weah, posted a striking digital rendering of what appears to be a proposed new headquarters for the CDC. The blueprint, created using advanced AI-assisted design tools, depicts a modern, multi-story complex featuring bold architectural lines, open assembly spaces, and the party’s signature blue and white color scheme. Nagbe shared the image without a caption, location details, or explanation. The timing, however, has fueled speculation among supporters and critics alike that the CDC is already preparing to relocate possibly turning the eviction into an opportunity to rebrand and rebuild. Within minutes, the post generated hundreds of comments, shares, and reactions. Supporters hailed the design as evidence of the party’s resilience, while opponents dismissed it as a diversionary tactic in the face of legal defeat.
Public opinion remains sharply divided. Some see the court’s decision as a victory for property rights and judicial independence, emphasizing that no political entity should be allowed to occupy land without legal title. Others view the eviction as politically charged, questioning the timing and the urgency with which the ruling is being enforced. The Liberia National Police have yet to release an operational plan for the eviction, but sources within the force confirm that Col. Coleman has instructed officers to carry out the order “professionally, peacefully, and in accordance with the law.” Legal experts note that the Writ of Possession gives the sheriff and the police full authority to enter the premises, remove occupants, and secure the property for the rightful owners. Any resistance to the eviction could lead to charges of obstruction of justice. For now, the political future of the CDC headquarters remains uncertain. Whether the party stages a peaceful exit, contests the ruling through further legal channels, or mobilizes its supporters to resist eviction will likely be determined in the coming days. One thing, however, is certain: the battle over the Congo Town compound has already cemented itself as one of Liberia’s most closely watched legal and political showdowns of 2025. As the deadline for enforcement approaches, the nation waits to see if this will mark the quiet end of an era for the CDC’s iconic headquarters or the beginning of a new political storm.
