- Henry Costa, who previously supported Boakai’s presidential bid, revealed in an interview with VOA’s Daybreak Africa that their alliance has deteriorated.
- The rift emerged when Boakai chose Senator Jeremiah Koung as his running mate, a decision that was met with disapproval from Costa’s party, the All Liberian Party.
- Costa’s remarks serve as a precursor to a forthcoming press conference on Monday, where he is expected to make a major announcement regarding his next steps.
Renowned talk show host and former supporter of former Vice President Joseph Boakai’s presidential campaign, Henry Costa, has revealed in an interview with VOA’s Daybreak Africa that their once strong alliance has deteriorated. Costa, a prominent member of Benoni Urey’s All Liberian Party, has been known for championing Boakai’s cause while vehemently opposing anyone critical of the former VP.
However, their relationship turned frosty when Boakai opted to select Senator Jeremiah Koung of the Movement for Democratic Reconstruction (MDR) as his running mate, a decision that drew disapproval from All Liberian Party supporters.
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Costa’s recent interview with VOA’s Daybreak Africa serves as a prelude to a significant press conference scheduled for Monday, where he is expected to announce his next course of action amidst rumors of his presidential aspirations.
“People have expressed concerns over my silence because we are not known for being silent. Therefore, Monday’s press conference will outline our future plans and address lingering perceptions,” Costa stated during his interview with VOA.