Liberia, April 2 -- The Chairman of the Solidarity and Trust for a New Day, Mulbah K. Morlu Jr., has called for the immediate withdrawal of the appointment of Jonathan K. Weedor as Acting Chairman of the National Elections Commission (NEC).

In a statement issued on April 1, 2026 in Monrovia, Morlu said the appointment made by President Joseph Boakai poses serious risks to the credibility, legitimacy, and acceptance of future elections, including the 2029 general and presidential polls.

Morlu emphasized that public trust remains the foundation of any democratic electoral system. He stated that elections must not only be conducted in a free and fair manner, but must also be perceived as credible by the public.

According to him, any indiv...