The Political leader of the Alternative National Congress (ANC), Alexander B. Cummings, has sharply criticized efforts by members of the House of Representatives to expel Montserrado County District #10 Representative, Yekeh Kolubah, describing the move as hypocritical and dangerous for Liberia’s democracy.
In a strongly worded statement issued on his Facebook page on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Cummings argued that the principle of free speech must be upheld, especially when it involves views that are uncomfortable or unpopular. He maintained that Kolubah’s outspoken and often controversial rhetoric should not be used as grounds for removal from office. He warned that such action would set a troubling precedent.
“The true test of free speech is not in protecting what we like, but in tolerating what unsettles us. Attempts to sanction Kolubah under the guise of comments on the border issue appear politically motivated,” Cummings said.
The ANC political leader contended that Kolubah’s “radical style” is not new, recalling that during the administration of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), the lawmaker was tolerated as a vocal critic of government excesses.
He argued that the current push for expulsion under the Unity Party-led government exposes a double standard. “What was once defended as necessary dissent is now being condemned because it targets those in power,” he noted.
The ANC leader further dismissed claims that Kolubah’s actions constitute contempt of the Legislature or rise to the level of treason, insisting that elected officials derive their mandate directly from the people. Cummings further warned that removing Kolubah would undermine the will of thousands of voters who elected him in the 2023 general elections.
Beyond the political implications, he pointed out that expelling Kolubah would trigger a costly by-election at a time when Liberia faces pressing national challenges. “At a time when resources are needed for healthcare, education, electricity, and safe drinking water, spending on a by-election serves no meaningful benefit to the people,” he argued.
The ANC political leader emphasized that such a move would not address key issues affecting ordinary Liberians, including rising prices, unstable electricity from the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC), or the lack of farm-to-market roads.
He urged lawmakers to redirect their attention toward policies and actions that directly improve the lives of citizens rather than engaging in what he described as politically motivated actions that risk weakening Liberia’s democratic foundations.
Meanwhile, Representative Kolubah has long been known as one of Liberia’s most outspoken and controversial lawmakers, frequently clashing with political leaders across administrations. His latest standoff with members of the House follows remarks linked to a sensitive border issue, which some lawmakers argue warrant disciplinary action.
However, critics believe the move reflects deeper political tensions, particularly Kolubah’s persistent criticism of the current administration, an alliance he once supported. The situation has reignited national debate over the limits of legislative authority, the protection of free speech, and the balance between discipline and democracy within Liberia’s evolving political landscape.
