Monrovia, Liberia — Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Thomas P. Fallah, has formally aligned himself with the bulk bloc, ending weeks of uncertainty relating to his stance amid escalating tensions throughout the legislature.
By Edwin Genoway Jr, [email protected]
His choice follows rising requires the removing of Speaker J. Fonati Koffa, with a faction of lawmakers accusing him of corruption and poor management.
Fallah, who beforehand distanced himself from Koffa, made a notable entrance to the joint chamber wearing a white swimsuit, receiving a heat welcome from his colleagues. The ambiance was charged as he was embraced by fellow lawmakers, who cheered and expressed their assist.
Upon taking the stage, Fallah acquired the authority to conduct the session from presiding officer Representative Thomas Gahr. However, the absence of the Chief Clerk of the House, who despatched in an excuse citing sickness, was famous in the course of the proceedings.
The dynamics throughout the legislature proceed to shift as Deputy Speaker Fallah’s transfer indicators a consolidation of energy throughout the majority bloc, amid ongoing scrutiny of Speaker Koffa’s management. The state of affairs stays fluid, with lawmakers together with Senators and pro-Koffa group carefully watching the developments within the House.
