Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has thrown his weight behind one of Africa’s all time footballing greats, George Weah in his bid to win the office of the President in Liberia.

Liberia's Supreme Court has ruled that evidence of fraud during October's first round of the presidential elections was insufficient to merit a re-run.

This means the final round of voting between the two leading candidates - ex-footballer George Weah and Vice-President Joseph Boakai will go ahead at a later date.

The former Chelsea player took to his Twitter account to wish Mr. Weah the very best of luck in the upcoming  second round of elections.

By Daraja Mutari/Ghanaguardian.com