24/09/2026
Gray Alleges ‘Regime Collaborators’ Are Hiding Inside Liberia’s Opposition.
By Michael N. Baryor.
Monrovia, September 24, 2026-Former Montserrado County District #8 Representative Acrious Gray has accused some members of Liberia’s opposition community of secretly collaborating with the government, claiming that not everyone presenting themselves as opposition figures is genuinely opposed to the ruling establishment.
Gray’s comments come shortly after the Citizens Movement for Change (CMC) announced its withdrawal from the ongoing process to establish a proposed opposition coalition, saying the current draft communiqué does not adequately reflect its vision for a political “Third Lane” and fundamental national reforms.
According to Gray, the opposition must be cautious about individuals and political actors who publicly identify with the opposition while allegedly maintaining covert relationships with the government. He claimed that some opposition figures are “regime collaborators in disguise” and alleged that some are being covertly sponsored by the regime.
“Not everyone in the opposition are true opposition. Some are regime collaborators in disguise and are covertly sponsored by the regime,” Gray said.
Gray’s remarks add another layer to the growing debate over efforts to unite Liberia’s opposition ahead of the next electoral cycle. The CMC has maintained that any opposition cooperation must be based on a clearly defined national agenda, constitutional and institutional reforms, accountability and respect for the independence of participating political parties.
The former lawmaker said the opposition should not only focus on assembling political parties but must also examine the credibility, interests and political commitments of those involved in any proposed alliance.
Gray further declared that the CDC will “change the dynamics” in 2027, signaling what he described as a significant shift in Liberia’s political landscape as political parties and movements position themselves ahead of the next elections.
The CMC, meanwhile, has said its decision to reject the current opposition coalition process is an institutional position and should not be interpreted as a personal criticism of former President George Manneh Weah or other political leaders. The party says it remains open to cooperation on issues including electoral integrity, the rule of law and public accountability.
Gray’s allegations of covert government sponsorship have not been substantiated in the statement, and no specific opposition figure or organization was identified by him as a supposed regime collaborator.
