Liberia: Fallah Flexes Nimbo's Political Muscle

What the report says

Deputy House Speaker Thomas P. Fallah has publicly cautioned Liberia’s ruling Unity Party and its allies not to dismiss the National Independent Movement for Boakai (NIMBO) as a minor force. According to The New Dawn, Fallah said at a Unity Party Legislative Caucus retreat in Gbarnga that NIMBO has the organization and support needed to register as a political party if it decides to do so.

The retreat brought together lawmakers and allied political groups to discuss legislative coordination, solidarity and preparation for the 2029 elections. Fallah, described as NIMBO’s vision bearer, said the movement is working with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration by choice, not because it lacks political strength. He also called for NIMBO to be treated as a meaningful partner in ruling coalition discussions.

Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, speaking separately at the same event, urged officials to put Liberia’s peace and stability ahead of partisan interests. He said he was attending on behalf of President Boakai to hear concerns from members of the governing alliance. Bong County Senator Prince Kermue Moye Sr. similarly stressed unity, transparency and teamwork, warning that internal divisions could weaken the coalition’s position ahead of the next election cycle.

The article places the comments within broader efforts by the governing bloc to consolidate support before 2029. As reported by The New Dawn, the exchange also highlights questions about influence and recognition inside the coalition as political preparations continue.