Former vice-presidential candidates from Liberia have formed the VPCADFLCG to advocate for national unity, combat corruption, and promote development. Launched on February 15, 2025, the organization seeks to contribute to meaningful reforms and education initiatives. With a focus on collaboration and leadership, the group emphasizes the importance of engaging all citizens in the pursuit of transformative change.
A group of former vice-presidential candidates from Liberia’s 2023 elections has united to address pressing challenges such as corruption and inequality, through a new advocacy organization called the Former Vice-Presidential Candidates and Defenders for Liberia Common Good (VPCADFLCG). Launched on February 15, 2025, at the EJS Ministerial Complex, the initiative seeks to foster national unity and development by harnessing the collective experience of its members.
The VPCADFLCG aims to make meaningful contributions to the nation’s growth and cohesion, with its leadership emphasizing the importance of operating within the law and for the common good of all Liberians. Co-chair Dr. James Kollie Barclay, Jr. highlighted the organization’s proactive agenda in combating societal issues, aiming to create reforms that benefit Liberians regardless of political affiliations.
The organization has established a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a leading educational institution in India, providing scholarships for deserving Liberian students, thereby enhancing the educational landscape. Additionally, an initiative to convert waste to energy has been proposed, addressing energy sustainability while creating job opportunities and improving waste management practices in Liberia.
Guest speaker Cllr. Taiwan Saye Gongloe emphasized the need for unity among Liberians post-election, recognizing the former candidates’ commitment to collaborative peacebuilding. He advocated for transformative change in Liberia, stressing the importance of systemic reforms and people-centered leadership to tackle governance issues.
Cllr. Gongloe appealed to all citizens, urging them to join the efforts of the new organization in driving substantial change. His emphasis on collective responsibility aligns with VPCADFLCG’s vision for a unified approach to national development and the importance of engaging all sectors of society in this mission.
The establishment of VPCADFLCG marks an important step towards addressing key challenges in Liberia, particularly corruption and inequality. The former vice-presidential candidates are committed to promoting national unity and advocating for meaningful reforms. Their initiatives, including educational scholarships and environmental sustainability projects, demonstrate a proactive approach to fostering development in Liberia. Additionally, the call for collective action from all citizens signifies a holistic strategy for transformative change in the nation.
Original Source: thenewdawnliberia.com
