Liberia: ‘I Will Not Resign’ – Speaker Koffa Reaffirms Choice to Keep in Workplace
Capitol Hill, Monrovia – House Speaker J. Fonati Koffa has reiterated his dedication to uphold the Constitution of Liberia and rejected calls by the so-called majority bloc demanding his resignation.
Gerald . Koinyeneh, [email protected]
Addressing staffers within the rotunda of the Capitol on Monday, Speaker Koffa emphasised that makes an attempt to strain him out of workplace by unconstitutional means wouldn’t succeed.
“We can face the Liberian people; our vision is clear. On this journey, we will stand on the side of the Liberian people and the rule of law,” Speaker Koffa mentioned. “I don’t want to be here one day past 49 [signatures]. As soon as you get 49 signatures, I am out. But this nonsense, where a few groups of people, either induced or not, come to destabilize the House and its leadership for personal aggrandizement —that bus stops here.”
The Speaker highlighted the collapse of ECOWAS-led mediation efforts as a result of refusal of the bulk bloc to simply accept the six-count suggestions. The proposal had urged bloc members to return to the principle chamber and formally current their grievances whereas Speaker Koffa recused himself to permit for an investigation.
He famous that Rep. Samuel Kogar (District #5, Nimba County), chief of the bulk bloc, initially agreed to the ECOWAS suggestions. However, upon presenting them to his colleagues, they rejected the suggestion, notably the situation requiring them to return to session and submit their complaints on the ground.
“Resignation is an option. It is a voluntary act of mine that I will never concede to the majority bloc. We will stand on the side of the law,” Speaker Koffa asserted.
The Speaker expressed gratitude to the Liberian individuals for his or her help, noting their belief in his dedication to uphold the rule of regulation.
“We are gratified that the majority of Liberians stand with us on the side of the law. I don’t know when this journey will end, but I’ve made it clear: I will not resign. Under my watch and gavel, the rule of law will prevail. We will stand with the Liberian people and the Constitution,” he concluded.
Meanwhile, Speaker, flanked by a number of members of the House turned over three autos to the staffers together with a commuter bus.
