Political tensions are rising in Liberia’s Nimba County as residents prepare for senatorial by-elections scheduled for April 22, 2025. The vote will determine who succeeds the late Senator Prince Johnson.

Johnson, a former warlord and long-time political figure, held the seat for nearly two decades before his death in November 2024 at age 72. His legacy continues to shape political loyalties in the region.

Campaigns leading up to the election have been marked by tribal divisions and gender bias. Several civil society groups have raised concerns over inflammatory rhetoric and exclusionary practices.

As election day nears, all eyes are on Nimba County, with hopes that voters will rise above bias and focus on the candidates’ vision for progress.