Weah’s concession speech shows democratic progress in Liberia
President George Weah's concession speech exemplified the long journey of Liberians to attain democracy and peace.
The former footballing icon conceded defeat on November 18 after a runoff election against former Vice President Joseph Boakai on November 14.
Neither candidate managed to attain the required figure to become the next president in the general election on October 10.
"The results announced tonight, though not final, indicate that Ambassador Joseph N. Boakai is in a lead that is insurmountable. A few moments ago, I spoke with President-elect Joseph N. Boakai to congratulate him on his victory and to offer my sincere commitment to working with him for the betterment of our beloved Liberia," Weah in his address to the nation after the runoff election said.
"I extend my heartfelt congratulations to President-elect Boakai, his supporters, and his campaign team. May his presidency be marked by success for all Liberians, and may our nation prosper under his leadership," he added.
The West African nation was marred by civil wars that went on for over a decade.
The main architect behind these wars was former President Charles Taylor who weaponised children under the age of 15 as rebels.
Taylor has been convicted of crimes against humanity and other atrocities committed during the civil wars.
The wars killed thousands of Liberians and displaced close to a million of them.
Audio of President Weah's concession speech.
