Liberia, Oct. 27 -- The Unity Party chairman says persistent criticism, including alleged radio attacks involving his late mother, has made his position untenable. His resignation follows a politically charged reaction to Liberia's 1-0 defeat to Mali in the AFCON qualifiers, exposing tensions between partisan politics and national football.

By Jaheim T. Tumujaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com

MONROVIA, Liberia - Unity Party National Chairman Dr. J. Luther Tarpeh has resigned as chairman of Liberia's Lone Star mobilization team, citing persistent personal attacks and public criticism that he says have made it increasingly difficult for him to continue in the role.

In a resignation letter addressed to Liberia Football Association (LFA)...