Monrovia – The Movement for Economic Empowerment (MOVEE) has issued a direct challenge to President Joseph Boakai, urging his administration to immediately enforce the Supreme Court ruling that reaffirms Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa as the legitimate Speaker of the House of Representatives.
By Willie Tokpah
In a press statement released Thursday, MOVEE hailed the Court’s decision as a “resounding victory” for constitutional order and democratic principles, warning that any delay in its enforcement would represent a failure of presidential leadership.
“The Constitution is clear, and the ruling is final,” MOVEE declared. “This decision must be upheld without conditions. It is not a suggestion—it is the law.”
The statement followed the Supreme Court’s ruling in a Bill of Information filed by Speaker Koffa, which invalidated the contested leadership changes orchestrated by a rival bloc in the House. MOVEE called the ruling “unambiguous and decisive,” asserting that it restores public confidence in the judicial system and the rule of law.
Through its grassroots “Orange Revolution” platform, the party positioned itself as a guardian of constitutional democracy, vowing to hold the Boakai administration accountable.
“Our Orange Revolution is not just about party politics—it is a people’s movement for justice and democratic accountability,” said Prince G. Mehn, MOVEE’s National Chairman. “We will speak out, mobilize, and advocate until every branch of government respects the law.”
MOVEE also took aim at what it described as unconstitutional attempts to oust Koffa, citing Articles 33 and 49 of the Liberian Constitution as guiding legal provisions for legislative leadership. The party reaffirmed its recognition of Koffa as the rightful Speaker, calling on all lawmakers to abide by the Court’s decision.
“The ball is in President Boakai’s court,” Mehn added. “This is a test of his commitment to constitutional governance. He must rise above politics and enforce the ruling in line with his oath of office.”
The party called for reconciliation within the House of Representatives, urging both the “Majority Bloc” and the “Rule of Law Caucus” to prioritize national unity over partisan interest.
“Liberia belongs to the people,” Mehn said. “And the people will no longer allow a few to bend the law to suit their ambition. This is our stand. This is our Orange Revolution.”
