Monrovia – The All-Liberian Union Party (ALCOP), once considered a symbol of political stability, is embroiled in a growing leadership crisis that threatens to destroy the party’s structure and reduce its national relevance.
At the heart of the confusion is the fierce power struggle between ALCOP Chairman ANSU vs Dulleh and influential businessman Musa Fofee Fofana. This is a conflict that evolved from strategic disagreements into an open contest for party leaders.
The new political force within ALCOP, Fofana openly challenges Dale’s authority and sets herself up to take over as chairman ahead of the crucial elections in 2029. What began as an internal discrepancy with the party’s direction swirled into a full-scale battle that destabilized the party’s base and raised the horrors of looming division.
Chairman Dulleh, who heads the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), first tried to manage the crisis by inviting Fofana to be jointly open to the public. However, the move backfired and instead amplified the political perception of Fofana and encouraged his supporters.
Since then, Fofana’s camp has gained significant traction, bringing together grassroots operatives and mid-sized party officials. The faction is now threatening the nationwide closure of party operations, in order for Dare to put pressure on his resignation.
Chapters from several counties, including Montserrado, Bonn, Margibi and Grand Bassa, have already reported disruptions in party activity, further explaining the growing anxiety.
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To ease tensions, the ALCOP National Executive Committee has launched emergency negotiations and offered to establish an ad hoc subcommittee led by Fofana to increase its influence within the party. However, this proposal was completely rejected by the Fofana faction. This argues that only Dare’s resignation will restore confidence in the party’s leadership.
Fofana supporters accused Dulleh of governing periods of stagnation, claiming that he alienated key stakeholders, weakened grassroots involvement and eroded party credibility. They argue that Fofana represents the new leadership needed to stimulate ALCOP ahead of the 2029 election.
Meanwhile, Dulleh faces pressure to gain power, balancing his role in government. According to party insiders, he has asserted he will not resign, and is concerned that doing so will show political vulnerability and reduce his national impact.
Some party elders have come up with the idea of a transitional leadership arrangement to ease tensions and promote a peaceful resolution. However, the consensus has not been reached.
The leadership battle places a huge naked rift within the ALCOP national structure. Some chapters gather behind the reformist agenda of Fofana, while others continue to support Dulleh, citing his experiences and years of service.
As the crisis deepens, ALCOP faces a critical moment in which it can either reconstruct its future or unravel its legacy.
