In a bold move signaling her commitment to legislative integrity, Representative Moima Briggs Mensah has officially parted ways with the Majority Bloc in Liberia’s House of Representatives but has vowed to support the removal of Speaker Jonathan Koffa if he fails to meet constitutional obligations.
Her declaration comes amid a heated political impasse over leadership in the Legislature, with the Supreme Court recently affirming Koffa’s speakership. However, Rep. Briggs Mensah insists that moral authority and the rule of law must prevail.
Currently attending an ECOWAS meeting in The Gambia before heading to Cape Verde for a West African Health Organization (WAHO) conference, the lawmaker took to social media to dispel rumors about her stance.
“Speculation breeds unnecessary rumors and confusion,” she wrote. “I hold the Honorable Supreme Court in the highest esteem and will abide by its decisions. However, I am duty-bound to sign for the removal of the Court-recognized Speaker, Hon. Jonathan Koffa, should he fail to produce a quorum.”
She argued that Koffa has “lost the moral authority” over the majority of House members, emphasizing that no leader or institution should be above the people’s interests.
Rep. Briggs Mensah’s statement reflects growing frustration over the Legislature’s perceived inefficiency and lack of public trust.
“For too long, the first branch of government has been seen as unserious, as mere troublemakers,” she lamented. “It is time to restore the honor, dignity, and seriousness of the Legislature.”
Her message urged fellow lawmakers to unite in reclaiming their role as true representatives of the people, calling for a “well-functioning, transparent, and law-abiding Legislature.”
Her departure from the Majority Bloc signals deepening divisions within the House, particularly as the bloc pursues legal action to resolve the leadership crisis. While she respects the Supreme Court’s ruling, her conditional support for Koffa’s removal underscores a demand for accountability.
As Liberia watches these developments unfold, Rep. Briggs Mensah’s stance positions her as a vocal advocate for legislative reform, a move that could inspire further defections or reshape the balance of power in the House.
“No individual, no institution, and no government is above the will of the people,” she declared. “Together, let’s reclaim the respect we deserve.”
For now, all eyes remain on the Legislature as it navigates this critical juncture in Liberia’s democratic governance.
