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SENATE STAFFERS BLOCK PRO TEMPORE’S OFFICE OVER BENEFITS AND VEHICLE PAYMENTS

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MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Tensions erupted at the Liberian Senate on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, as staffers blocked the entrance to Pro Tempore Madam Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence’s office, demanding special session benefits and clarity over reports that lawmakers received $45,000 each for vehicles. The protest underscores growing frustrations among Senate staffers over perceived inequalities in the distribution of benefits.

The incident coincides with an ongoing special legislative session called by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on Monday, August 26, 2024. The special session, which began on August 29 and will run until September 19, was called to address several pressing national issues, including the Proposed Recast Budget. President Boakai’s call for the extraordinary session was made in accordance with Article 32(b) of the Constitution, which allows the President to convene or extend legislative sessions when certified by at least one-fourth of the total membership of each House.

In his proclamation, President Boakai stressed the urgency of the issues facing the nation, stating, “National interest and the welfare of our people must always be prioritized.” The three-week session is seen as a critical period for addressing economic challenges and ensuring the nation’s fiscal stability and development.

As the Legislature continues its deliberations, the actions of the protesting staffers bring additional challenges to an already high-stakes session. The staffers’ demands for special benefits and answers about the reported vehicle payments will likely add to the ongoing debates and tensions within the Senate. The situation is expected to unfold further as the session progresses and legislative leaders work to address both national concerns and the growing discontent among their staff.

Socrates Smythe Saywon
Socrates Smythe Saywon is a Liberian journalist. You can contact me at 0777425285 or 0886946925, or reach out via email at saywonsocrates@smartnewsliberia.com or saywonsocrates3@gmail.com.

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