Liberia Decides 2023: Vote Counting Underway As President Weah Seeks 2nd Term | The Conversation

Host: Gbenga Aborowa Guest: Professor. Adam Kyne, International Human Rights Advocate, Monrovia, Liberia. Liberia is currently in the midst of a crucial election, with the vote counting process underway as President George Weah vies for a second term. This election takes place against a backdrop of allegations of corruption and economic hardship in the country. Approximately 2.4 million eligible voters participated in these elections, and voter turnout has been notably high. The peaceful conduct of the election is considered a success, despite some logistical challenges and delays experienced in certain regions. Analysts are anticipating a potential runoff, in which President Weah, a former soccer star, is expected to fight to maintain his hold on power. His primary opponent, former Vice President Joseph Boakai, based his campaign on the promise of rescuing Liberia from what he views as a period of mismanagement. In addition to the presidential race, voters are also selecting members of the lower house and half of the senate. While the election campaign has remained largely peaceful, there have been sporadic clashes, raising concerns about the possibility of election-related violence. The nation eagerly awaits the final election results, which will have a significant impact on Liberia's political landscape and its future direction. Follow News Central On: Facebook:   / newscentralafrica   Twitter:   / newscentraltv   Instagram:   / newscentraltv   For more content, go to: https://newscentral.africa Liberia Decides 2023: Vote Counting Underway As President George Weah Seeks 2nd Term | The Conversation | 11-10-23 #NewsCentral #AfricaFirst #Africa #News #election #political #africanews #Politics #westafrica #Opposition #Government #election #election2023 #presidential #President #October #Liberia #ballondor #Weah #Liberian #GeorgeWeah #westafrican