Liberia: Rhode Island Rep. Biah Urges Liberian Lawmakers to Put People Above Politics Following Supreme Court Ruling - FrontPageAfrica

Rhode Island- In the wake of a landmark ruling by Liberia’s Supreme Court, Rhode Island State Representative Nathan Biah has delivered a powerful and impassioned statement calling for national unity, reform, and a renewed commitment to the Liberian people.

Speaking from a position of both concern and hope, Biah addressed Liberia’s leaders and citizens in a message that was as much a reflection on the current state of the nation as it was a clarion call for change.

 “The Supreme Court, the highest arbiter of justice in our land, has spoken,” Biah stated. “And as a nation that believes in the rule of law, we must all, on both sides, respect and accept this decision. It is time to move forward. It is time to heal.”

 Biah, who hails from Liberia and now serves in the Rhode Island House of Representatives, issued a stirring appeal to his fellow Liberians—particularly lawmakers—urging them to take an “honest look” at their roles and responsibilities.

 “At what point do we stop putting politics first and start putting our people first?” he asked.

 He highlighted the many challenges plaguing the nation: failing schools, neglected mental health care, crumbling infrastructure, and a general lack of basic services that continue to hinder the country’s progress and leave its people disillusioned.

 “The basic quality of life in our country—the land we love—is far from what our people deserve,” he said. “We cannot continue like this. We must do better.”

Biah’s message struck a global tone, warning that the world is paying attention. “The United States of America is watching. The European Union is watching. The entire International community is watching to see if we will put the Liberian people first… if we can rise above partisanship and stand for progress.”

He urged his fellow leaders to make this moment a “turning point” in Liberia’s journey—one defined by compassion, purpose, and humility in governance.

“The people of Liberia deserve more than promises, they deserve action. They deserve leadership rooted in love for country—not love for power.”

Biah’s address is already gaining traction across Liberian social and political circles, as many see it as a refreshing and timely reminder of the nation’s urgent need for leadership that prioritizes public service over political gain.

As Liberia moves forward in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision, Biah’s words resonate as a rallying cry—not just to those in power, but to every Liberian yearning for a brighter, more just, and more united future.