MONROVIA — The House of Representatives has expelled Montserrado County District #10 lawmaker Yekeh Y. Kolubah, in a dramatic and unprecedented move backed by a two-thirds majority of lawmakers, effectively ending his tenure in the 55th Legislature.
Why Kolubah Was Expelled
According to the official resolution, Kolubah was expelled for conduct deemed “unpatriotic and unnationalistic”, with lawmakers accusing him of undermining Liberia’s sovereignty and the authority of the Constitution.
The resolution states that his actions “gravely and maliciously undermined the authority of the Constitution of the Republic of Liberia” and were inconsistent with the principles of a unitary state.
Lawmakers concluded that such conduct warranted his immediate removal from the House.
As part of the decision, Kolubah has been stripped of all rights, privileges, and benefits associated with his position and has been ordered to return all government properties in his possession.
Shock Within Kolubah’s Camp
While the expulsion itself is historic, the biggest political shock came from within Kolubah’s own perceived bloc.
Grand Gedeh County District #3 Representative Jacob C. Debee II—considered politically aligned—was among those who signed the resolution, a move that insiders say sent “shockwaves” through Kolubah’s camp.
“Even in our block, people signed the resolution,” Kolubah admitted shortly after the vote.
Kolubah Breaks Silence
Speaking to reporters as he exited the Capitol, Kolubah struck a defiant tone, rejecting calls for apology or exile and insisting he would challenge the decision in court.
“I will not leave this country… This country is for all of us,” he declared.
He further alleged political targeting and claimed he had been advised to seek clemency from President Joseph Nyuma Boakai—a suggestion he firmly rejected.
“If I do that, that means I have betrayed the trust of the Liberian people,” he said.
Kolubah also urged his supporters to remain calm, signaling that the matter is far from over.
“We will seek redress in the court… I want my supporters to remain very calm,” he added.
Full List of Lawmakers Who Signed the Resolution
| County | Lawmakers |
| Bomi | Jahkpakpa Obediah Varney (D1), Manah Bishop Johnson (D2), Sam P. Jallah (D3) |
| Bong | Prince K. Koinah (D1), James M. Kolleh (D2), Robert Womba (D4), Moima Briggs Mensah (D6), Foday E. Fahnbulleh (D7) |
| Gbarpolu | Mustapha Waritay (D3) |
| Grand Bassa | Isaac G. Bannie (D1), J. Clarence T. Banks (D2), Alfred H. Flomo (D4) |
| Grand Cape Mount | Gbessie Sonni Feika (D3) |
| Grand Gedeh | Jeremiah Garwo Sokan Sr. (D1), Marie G. Johnson (D2), Jacob C. Debee II (D3) |
| Grand Kru | Nathaniel N. Bahway Sr. (D1) |
| Lofa | Thomas P. Fallah (D1), Julie Fatorma Wiah (D2), Momo Siafa Kpoto (D3), Gizzie K. Kollince (D4), Augustine B. Chiewolo (D5) |
| Margibi | Ivar K. Jones (D2), Ellen A. Attoh-Wreh (D3), Emmanuel Yarh (D4) |
| Maryland | P. Mike Jurry (D1), Anthony F. Williams (D2), Austin Blidi Taylor (D3) |
| Montserrado | Rugie Yatu Barry (D1), Sekou S. Kanneh (D2), Sumo Kollie Mulbah (D3), Michael M. Thomas (D4), Prescilla A. Cooper (D5), Emmanuel Dahn (D7), Prince A. Toles (D8), Richard Nagbe Koon (D11), Bernard Blue Benson (D17) |
| Nimba | Samuel N. Brown Sr. (D1), Nyahn Garsaye Flomo (D2), Nehker E. Gaye (D3), Ernest M. Manseah Sr. (D4), Kortor Kwagrue (D5), Dorwohn Twain Gleekia (D6), Saye S. Mianah (D8), Taa Wongbe (D9) |
| River Gee | Alexander Poure Isaac B. Choloplay Wuo (D2), Johnson S. N. Williams Sr. (D3) |
| Rivercess | Alex J. Grant (D1), Steve Tequah (D2) |
What Happens Next?
Kolubah’s expulsion raises immediate constitutional and legal questions, particularly regarding his planned court challenge and the future representation of Montserrado District #10.
The House has also requested the Ministry of Justice to take further legal action consistent with Liberia’s laws.
Political analysts say the decision could redefine legislative discipline and accountability in Liberia, setting a powerful precedent for how lawmakers’ conduct is addressed.
For now, the expulsion stands as one of the most consequential actions taken by the Legislature in recent years—one that is likely to reverberate across Liberia’s political landscape.
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