Monrovia, Liberia — The Secretary General of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), Jefferson Tamba Koijee, has launched a blistering attack on Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darius Dillon, describing him as “morally bankrupt” and accusing him of hypocrisy, political opportunism, and complicity in what he termed systemic corruption within government.
In a lengthy public critique circulated on Sunday, Koijee accused Senator Dillon of betraying the principles of integrity and accountability upon which he campaigned, arguing that Dillon has instead become deeply embedded in the very governance failures he once claimed to oppose.
According to Koijee, Dillon’s political character mirrors “a pattern of convenience rather than conviction,” asserting that the senator’s public positions shift depending on where power and personal benefit lie. He alleged that Dillon’s past and present actions reveal a consistent willingness to align with ruling authorities when it serves his interests, only to later rebrand himself as a critic when public sentiment changes.
Allegations Rooted in Historical Controversies
Koijee revisited the 1997 murder of Samuel Saye Dokie and his family, alleging that Dillon, who at the time served as a Special Assistant within the Ministry of Justice during the Charles Taylor administration, publicly defended the government and denied its involvement in the killings. Koijee argued that this episode represents an early example of Dillon’s alleged tendency to shield power rather than confront injustice.
He further cited what he described as unresolved allegations from Dillon’s past, including claims of misconduct during his early professional life, arguing that these issues undermine the senator’s repeated public appeals to transparency.
Fire Tragedies and Claims of Patronage
A major portion of the critique focused on the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS), where Koijee accused Dillon of sponsoring and protecting unqualified officials for political and financial gain. He specifically named Deputy Minister for Administration Emmanuel Wreh Farr, alleging that his appointment reflected political patronage rather than competence.
Koijee linked a series of deadly fire incidents across Montserrado and other counties to what he called institutional failure, negligence, and lack of accountability at the Fire Service. He argued that repeated loss of life from residential and community fires should have prompted urgent legislative and oversight action, which he claims Dillon has failed to pursue.
Silence on the Draft 2026 National Budget
Koijee also criticized Senator Dillon’s silence on the Draft 2026 National Budget, calling it “complicity by inaction.” He argued that the proposed budget prioritizes legislative and executive comfort over social services, pointing to increased allocations to the Legislature and administrative offices while funding for community development and essential services remains minimal.
“The reliance on one-off revenues, excessive recurrent spending, and bloated administrative lines are red flags,” Koijee said, adding that Dillon’s failure to speak out contradicts his public advocacy for fiscal discipline and reform.
Nimba Relations and War Crimes Court Advocacy
The CDC Secretary General further accused Dillon of harboring a persistent bias against the people of Nimba County. He cited Dillon’s past rhetoric regarding the late Senator Prince Y. Johnson and questioned Dillon’s current silence on the establishment of a War and Economic Crimes Court, suggesting that earlier advocacy was politically selective rather than principled.
Koijee also condemned what he described as recent attacks by Dillon on Labour Minister Cllr. Cooper Kruah, Sr., calling them an attempt to deflect attention from Dillon’s own performance in the Senate.
CDC’s Position
Concluding his remarks, Koijee said the critique was not personal but civic in nature, intended to warn Liberians against what he described as “political deception packaged as moral superiority.” He urged citizens, particularly young people, to remain vigilant and to demand accountability from elected officials.
“This is about protecting the future of Liberia,” Koijee said. “Integrity must be more than a campaign slogan. Leaders must be judged by their actions, not their rhetoric.”
Senator Dillon however clarified regarding the Fatima Sirleaf confirmation that he was presiding and didn’t vote thought the CDC Chief Scribe says that didn’t excuse his public reaction in that regard, which he didn’t do.
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