By: Trokon Wrepue – trokon1992seokin@gmail.com
MONROVIA – Alexander Cummings, political leader of the Alternative National Congress (ANC), has issued a strong rebuke of what he calls “selective enforcement” of justice in Liberia, calling on the government to uphold the rule of law and ensure equal treatment for all citizens, regardless of political affiliation.
In a statement released Monday, Cummings emphasized that recent developments involving the arrest of public figures, including Fonati Koffa, should not be seen in isolation but as part of a broader issue concerning justice, due process, and constitutional rights.
“Our actions over the last few days isn’t just about Fonati Koffa and others,” Cummings said. “It’s about something bigger: the rule of law, due process, and fair treatment for all citizens, regardless of political alignment.”
The ANC leader reminded the public and the authorities that the Liberian Constitution is clear: everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty. He cautioned against public embarrassment, media parading, and what he described as politically selective justice.
“If JFK is guilty, let the courts decide,” Cummings said, referring to an individual reportedly involved in a recent legal matter. “But there’s no need for public embarrassment or what appears to be selective enforcement. We can’t support a system where some are treated with discretion—the UP Rep was released to her lawyers—and others are paraded and punished before trial. Justice must be consistent.”
Cummings also warned against the normalization of questionable legal practices simply because they may be common in other countries. “Liberia must lead by doing what’s right—not just what’s familiar,” he asserted.
Positioning the statement within a broader political context, Cummings defended the role of the opposition in scrutinizing government actions. “The Opposition has every right—and responsibility—to speak out when actions by any government in power raise legitimate concerns. That’s not bitterness, that’s democracy.”
He added that raising issues around weekend arrests and politically charged optics is not a defense of wrongdoing, but a demand for fairness and transparency.
“If a crime was committed, let the law take its course,” he concluded. “But let’s do it right—without double standards, without theatrics, and with respect for every citizen’s rights.”
