The House of Representatives has climaxed its extended special session with the passage of Bea Mountain Mining Corporation’s restated mineral development agreement, which seeks to extend the Turkish company’s operations in Liberia to the year 2051.
Speaking at the close of the special session House speaker Bhofal Chambers extended warm and heartfelt commendations to his colleagues and fellow lawmakers today for their unwavering dedication and dutiful service to the people of Liberia.
The speaker expressed his deep appreciation for the tireless efforts and commitment demonstrated by his colleagues during the period under review in the House of Representatives. He highlighted their remarkable achievements, collaborative spirit, and the positive impact they have had on the legislative process.
“It is truly an honor to work alongside such dedicated and principled individuals who have consistently put the needs and aspirations of our constituents first. The work that my colleagues have accomplished in this legislative term is a testament to their unwavering commitment to serving the people of our state.” Speaker Chambers asserts.
He said though everything did not go as planned, they were always ready to adopt.
The speaker also commended the other two branches of Gov’t (Executive and Judiciary) for coordinating well with the 54th Legislature.
Speaker Chambers at the sametime lavished praises on President George Manneh Weah for what he describes as dynamisms style of leadership brought to the function of Government and Governance.
On a sad note, the speaker announced that during the period under review, the 54th legislature lost three of its members, Rep. Munah Pelham Youngblood of Montserrado County Electoral District 9, Rep. Jaybloh Nagbe Sloh Sr, of Sinoe County Electoral District 2, and Hon. Hans M. Barchue of Grand Bassa County Electoral District 1.
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As the upcoming elections draw near, Speaker Chambers extended his best wishes to all his colleagues who are seeking re-election and those who are pursuing other opportunities to continue their public service. He emphasized the importance of a robust democracy and encouraged the voters to carefully consider the qualifications and dedication of their candidates before casting their votes.
Meanwhile the House will resume for its third quarter on 13 October in keeping with an amended Act Setting the calendar of Adjournment of the Liberia which provides at Section 2 Second Adjournment (Second Constituency visit/break), that the Second Constituency visit/break of the Legislature shall commence not later than the third Friday of July of each year and end on the second Friday of October of each year.
