Monrovia, Liberia – July 10, 2025: The Revolutionary National Youth League (RNYL) of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has formally endorsed the July 17 “We the People” protest, joining a rising wave of civil society groups, activists, and opposition voices demanding urgent reforms from the Unity Party-led government.
In a strongly worded statement issued this today, the CDC Youth League declared its support for what it described as “a legitimate and peaceful expression of the people’s will,” citing a litany of grievances under the administration of President Joseph Boakai. Among the group’s central concerns are the escalating levels of corruption in government, the growing threat of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), the erosion of rule of law, economic mismanagement, and what it labeled as “systemic police brutality” against ordinary citizens.
“The July 17 protest represents a powerful call to action for every young Liberian who feels abandoned by a system that continues to serve a privileged few at the expense of the struggling majority,” the Youth League stated. “This is not about politics it is about justice, equity, and the future of our country.”
The RNYL criticized what it called “a grand betrayal” of public trust by the Unity Party government, pointing to recent scandals involving the misappropriation of public funds and the government’s failure to prosecute key corruption cases. It also decried the worsening conditions for Liberia’s youth, including rising unemployment, lack of access to education, and growing hopelessness among recent graduates.
“President Boakai promised a new day for Liberia, but instead we have witnessed old patterns of governance, one that ignores the cries of rape victims, shields corrupt officials, and weaponizes the police against peaceful citizens,” the statement added.
The group’s endorsement is significant, given the CDC’s stature as one of the country’s major political parties and its previous position at the helm of government. While some have viewed the protest as being orchestrated by opposition figures, the growing coalition of civil society groups, student unions, grassroots movements, and now political youth organizations suggests a broader national discontent.
Organizers of the protest scheduled to take place from July 15 to 17 under the theme “Enough is Enough” have emphasized that the action will remain peaceful, constitutional, and focused on issues affecting ordinary Liberians. The protest is expected to call for increased transparency, accountability, better healthcare, education, and concrete efforts to address the spiraling cost of living.
With just one week left, the Boakai administration faces mounting pressure to respond to the demands of a frustrated populace. Meanwhile, security agencies have issued warnings and vowed to “maintain order,” raising concerns among rights groups about the potential for confrontation.
As the July 17 date approaches, all eyes are now on Capitol Hill and the Executive Mansion where Liberians hope that their voices, not tear gas, will be met with listening ears and leadership.
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