Monrovia, Liberia – Montserrado County District #10 Representative Yekeh Kolubah, a staunch supporter of embattled Speaker J. Fonati Koffa and a fierce critic of President Joseph Boakai’s administration, has made tense allegations about a bribery scheme involving senior officials amid the ongoing leadership conflict within the House of Representatives.
According to a post shared on Hon. Yekeh Y. Kolubah TV’s Facebook page on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, Kolubah alleged that Sekou Hussein Dukuly, Managing Director of Freeport of Monrovia, transported $900,000 to Bella Casa Hotel in an effort to influence the Supreme Court’s upcoming ruling in favor of the legislative majority bloc.
He claimed that the money was handed over to Senator Prince Moye, James Biney, and Emmanuel Nuquay under the instruction of Vice President Jeremiah Koung.
But contrary to Rep. Kolubah’s allegation, the Managing Director of the NPA Sekou Dukuly describes Rep. Kolubah’s claim as a lie and a cheap propaganda.
MD Dukuly stated on his Facebook page, “It’s not only a lie but the cheapest propaganda
that can’t pass any reasonable test.”
The Supreme Court is set to issue a decision on the dispute between Speaker Koffa and the majority bloc, represented by legal counsels Cllr. Arthur Johnson and Cllr. Varney Sherman, respectively. The conflict revolves around allegations of corruption, undermining committee functions, and conflicts of interest leveled against Speaker Koffa by the majority bloc.
Speaker Koffa has denied these accusations, urging his opponents to formally present their grievances through a resolution during legislative sessions. During the hearing, Cllr. Johnson argued that the majority bloc’s actions were unconstitutional, citing Articles 2 and 33 of the Liberian Constitution, and called for the nullification of their decisions.
On the other hand, Cllr. Sherman defended the majority bloc, stating their actions adhered to constitutional requirements and urging the Court not to interfere in what he described as a political matter.
Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene Yuoh emphasized the judiciary’s focus on upholding constitutional compliance while respecting the independence of the legislature. The Court reserved its ruling and temporarily suspended the case.
In an intense escalation, Kolubah has vowed to lead a “Step Down Campaign” against President Boakai if the Court’s ruling adversely affects Speaker Koffa. Kolubah, once a loyal supporter of Boakai, stated his readiness to mobilize a movement demanding the President’s resignation.
“If the Supreme Court rules against the Speaker, setting a dangerous precedent, I will spearhead a forceful campaign to call for Boakai’s removal from office,” Kolubah declared during a press briefing on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Capitol Building. He warned that such a ruling could destabilize the legislature and the nation.
Kolubah also dismissed rumors circulating on social media suggesting a pre-determined ruling in favor of the majority bloc, calling them attempts to undermine public trust in the judiciary. “We believe in the Court system and trust it will not be manipulated,” he added.
Amid the political confusion, Speaker Koffa has remained steadfast, refusing to resign and expressing confidence in the Supreme Court’s ability to resolve the crisis. The Speaker has called for unity in the House of Representatives and has pledged to respect the Court’s final decision.
