Report has it that embattled Speaker of the House of Representatives, J. Fonati Koffa, has escalated his legal battle to the Supreme Court of Liberia by filing another petition.
This move comes amidst ongoing controversies over his removal by the majority bloc of the House.
According to reports, legal representatives for Speaker Koffa submitted the latest petition, challenging the constitutionality of the process used to unseat him.
The petition seeks clarity on the legal grounds surrounding his removal, raising questions about adherence to legislative procedures and constitutional provisions.
This new petition builds on an earlier filing that accused some lawmakers of intentionally boycotting sessions, thereby obstructing the normal operations of the legislature.
While the previous petition focused on procedural irregularities, the latest filing zeroes in on the legality of the majority bloc’s actions.
The ongoing standoff has heightened tensions within the legislature, drawing public attention to the unfolding power struggle.
Further developments to come ……
