CAPITOL BUILDING, MONROVIA – Tension is mounting at the House of Representatives of Liberia following a formal request by Montserrado County District #3 Representative Sumo K. Mulbah for the suspension or possible expulsion of fellow lawmaker Yekeh Kolubah over controversial statements regarding Liberia’s territorial boundaries.
In a communication dated March 22, 2026, Representative Mulbah petitioned the leadership of the House to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Kolubah, citing what he described as “acts incompatible with legislative office and violation of the oath of office.” The letter, addressed to the Speaker, invokes constitutional provisions to justify immediate action.
“I hereby submit a formal request to the House of Representatives to commence proceedings for immediate suspension (6 months) or the expulsion of Honorable Yekeh Kolubah,” Sumo K. Mulbah wrote, emphasizing that his action is grounded in Article 17 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to petition the government for redress.
At the center of the controversy are remarks allegedly made by Yekeh Kolubah on Spoon TV on March 20, 2026, where he reportedly claimed that certain disputed areas along the Liberia–Guinea border rightfully belong to Guinea. Sumo K. Mulbah described the statements as “reckless” and damaging to Liberia’s sovereignty, especially amid ongoing diplomatic engagements with the neighboring Guinea.
Mulbah’s letter outlines multiple legal grounds for action, including allegations of treason under Article 76 of the 1986 Constitution. He argued that “publicly endorsing the surrender of Liberian territory to a foreign entity could be interpreted as an effort to place the Republic under foreign control,” warning that such declarations undermine national integrity.
Beyond treason, the lawmaker accused Kolubah of violating his constitutional oath of office. Citing Article 31, Mulbah stressed that legislators are mandated to “uphold, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution,” adding that any public suggestion of ceding territory constitutes a direct breach of that obligation.
The communication also raises concerns about misconduct within the Legislature, referencing Rule 15 of the House Standing Rules. Mulbah asserted that Kolubah’s statements “bring the House into disrepute,” incite public fear, and threaten national security at a sensitive time for border relations.
Further, the letter links Kolubah’s comments to potential violations of Liberia’s Penal Law, particularly provisions addressing acts that undermine state sovereignty. While acknowledging legislative immunity, Mulbah argued that such protection does not extend to actions that jeopardize the country’s territorial integrity.
“The territorial integrity of Liberia is inviolable and must be always upheld,” Mulbah declared. “For a sitting lawmaker to advocate for the forfeiture of Liberian land to a foreign entity constitutes grounds for serious action under Article 38.” He urged the House leadership to mandate its Committee on Rules and Order to investigate and recommend sanctions, including suspension without pay or outright expulsion.
Mulbah further warned that failure to act decisively could embolden a culture of impunity. “The failure to prevent imprudent declarations against the state cultivates a culture of impunity among the populace,” he stated, stressing that the matter goes beyond personal relationships and speaks to patriotism and national duty.
The Montserrado lawmaker also referenced international legal standards, citing Article 20(2) of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), which prohibits speech that incites hostility or violence. He argued that lawmakers must exercise caution to avoid fueling tensions, particularly in matters involving national borders.
In closing, Mulbah called on Kolubah to issue a public apology to the Liberian people, urging him to reaffirm his commitment to safeguarding the country’s territorial boundaries. He emphasized that all future statements by lawmakers must reflect the dignity of the Legislature and the sovereignty of the Republic, as the House now faces mounting pressure to respond to one of the most serious internal disputes in recent times.
