The Executive Mansion, through Presidential Press Secretary Atty. Kula Fofana, has stated that President Joseph Nyuma Boakai remains committed to collaborating with those who have a quorum to ensure uninterrupted governance.
During a regular press briefing at the Executive Mansion on Friday, April 25, 2025, Atty. Fofana clarified that President Boakai’s recent mention of “quorum” was not intended to support any specific individual or group. Instead, it reaffirmed his commitment to the constitutional principle that the country’s governance must be guided by majority rule.
“From elections to legislative decisions, the Constitution outlines that the business of the country is conducted by the majority,” she added. According to her, the President’s decision aims to move the country forward.
Atty. Fofana further explained that while the Supreme Court has provided clarity on the legal questions surrounding the legislative crisis, the political aspects remain unresolved. She emphasized that the legislature, being inherently political, necessitates ongoing dialogue and negotiation to fully address the issues.
“The President respects the Supreme Court’s decision. However, he acknowledges that the political differences within the legislature still need to be addressed. He continues to engage various stakeholders, including traditional leaders and community representatives, to find a path toward resolution,” she said.
Recently, President Boakai responded to the Supreme Court ruling on the ongoing legislative impasse by reaffirming his administration’s commitment to constitutional governance, the separation of powers, and the rule of law.
In an address to the nation on Thursday, President Boakai acknowledged the April 23 decision of the Supreme Court of Liberia regarding a Bill of Information related to the escalating crisis within the House of Representatives. This ruling, which aimed to clarify the legality of decisions made amid the political standoff, has garnered significant attention amidst growing national concern.
“As President of the Republic, I acknowledge the ruling of the Supreme Court,” Boakai stated. “However, we must all recognize that the issues within the House of Representatives remain unresolved.”
The President emphasized that his government has initiated consultations with key national stakeholders, including traditional and religious leaders, to pursue a constitutional and peaceful resolution.
“Accordingly, my government has already begun broad consultations with relevant national stakeholders to determine the most appropriate and constitutionally sound path forward,” he said. “We have actively involved our traditional and other national leaders in addressing this matter,” he added.
President Boakai emphasized that his administration will continue to work with House members with the constitutional quorum necessary to conduct legislative business.
“Our Constitution and the Supreme Court have defined what constitutes a quorum for conducting business in the Legislature,” Boakai noted. “We intend to vigorously uphold this vital principle of our constitutional democracy,” he added.
