Monrovia-Deputy Speaker Thomas P. Fallah, on his first working day at Capitol Building after he was expelled by his party, the Congress for Democratic Change, told journalists that he has decided to move on and is now focusing on his District #1 in Lofa County and his position as Deputy Speaker of the 55th Legislature.
By J.H. Webster Clayeh (0886729972)[email protected]
“I’m serving the people of Lofa County District #1 and I’m the Deputy Speaker. I have decided to move on for now. I wish the CDC well,” Deputy Speaker Fallah Asserted.
Fallah, along with other CDC lawmakers, was initially suspended in November for his involvement in what the party deemed the “illegal” removal of Speaker J. Fonati Koffa. The party claimed their actions violated its constitution and warranted disciplinary action. Despite the suspension, Fallah continued to pursue Speaker Koffa’s removal, leading to his recent expulsion.
In a statement, CDC National Chairman Janga Kowo justified the expulsion, emphasizing the party’s commitment to discipline and unity. Kowo stated that Fallah’s actions undermined the CDC’s foundational principles and betrayed party loyalty.
“The CDC remains committed to ensuring discipline within its ranks, particularly in the Legislative Branch,” Kowo said.
Moments after Fallah’s expulsion, news broke out that he was making a move to the ruling Unity Party. However, he denied the rumor and promised to remain CDC partisan even though he has been expelled from the party.
“Speculation is not fact. I still remain a partisan as far as I know,” he said.
Fallah further stressed that although he respect the decision of the CDC, he hope the party can reverse it.
“The party made a decision, we hope that they can rethink their decision. We don’t want to go into party’s affair now, all we want to say is that we wish one and another well. I’m not sure that we were given due process but that will be discussed in due time.”
