George Weah’s Homily On Democracy
By Mobolaji Sanusi “…Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”— Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), the 16th US President, in his November 19,
The 66th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association saw former Liberian President George Weah deliver a speech titled "Beyond Limits: The Bar, The Bench and The Building of Africa." In his presentation, Weah shared his personal experiences and insights on democracy and the rule of law. Born into poverty, Weah rose from his humble beginnings in Liberia to become a world-renowned football star, eventually transitioning to a successful political career.
Despite facing controversy in the 2005 presidential election, Weah displayed commendable statesmanship by accepting defeat and pursuing his education abroad.
Weah's address emphasized that democracy is more than just elections; it is about maintaining a free judiciary and legislature. He warned against the dangers of undemocratic elections and cautioned that a leader's true character cannot be revealed by their political affiliation. Weah urged Africans to vigilantly scrutinize their elected representatives, as even seemingly democratic leaders may engage in tyrannical behavior behind closed doors.
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