Browsing: Speaker Koffa Removal

In a dramatic turn of events, Speaker of the House of Representatives J. Fonati Koffa has taken legal action in the face of mounting political tension.

The political drama within Liberia’s House of Representatives has taken another sharp turn, as four additional lawmakers—Frank Saah Foko, Eugene Kollie, Zinnah Norman, and Alex Sonnyboy Noah—have been suspended. The decision, initiated by a motion filed by Representative Nya Flomo, cites alleged misconduct as the basis for the action.

Deputy Speaker Thomas P. Fallah has responded to his expulsion from the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) with grace and resolve, affirming his enduring commitment to the party’s founding values and his lifelong dedication to the Liberian people.

The Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) has expelled Deputy Speaker Thomas P. Fallah, emphasizing its commitment to discipline, constitutional integrity, and the unity of Liberia. This decisive action follows recommendations from the party’s National Disciplinary Committee, which cited concerns over conduct inconsistent with the party’s core values.

In a historic decision that reaffirms the strength of Liberia’s democratic institutions, the Supreme Court of Liberia has declared the removal of Speaker Fonati Koffa as unconstitutional.

Margibi County Senator Nathaniel McGill has publicly distanced himself from the Liberian Senate’s decision to align with the majority bloc of the House of Representatives.

In a move aimed at resolving legislative uncertainties, the Liberian Senate has officially decided to uphold the Ministry of Justice’s interpretation of the Supreme Court’s recent ruling.

In a significant development in Liberia’s political landscape, President Joseph Boakai has officially endorsed Majority Bloc Speaker Richard Koon, lending his support to the controversial gathering of the majority members of the House of Representatives.

As the calendar winds down to the close of 2024, Liberia’s legislative corridors are buzzing with activity. The House of Representatives has officially commenced the budget hearing process for the fiscal year 2025, a crucial step in charting the nation’s development priorities for the year ahead.

In a landmark ruling on December 6, 2024, the Court sent a strong message to the House of Representatives: handle your own business.