Yekeh in Hot Seat as 'Five Days' Request to Secure Legal Counsel in House's Investigation Flops

Monrovia, Liberia: The House of Representatives' Committee on Rules, Order, and Administration has denied a request to grant Montserrado County District 10 Representative, Yekeh Kolubah, a five-day period to secure legal counsel in connection with the ongoing investigation into his controversial comments about the Liberia-Guinea border dispute.

However, the Committee has granted only two days to the request, citing limited time to conclude its investigation. Yekeh Kolubah had argued that the disruption caused by the Fast and Prayer holiday and the temporary closure of law offices from April 10–12 made it difficult for him to obtain a legal representative.

In a formal communication filed on Monday, April 13, the outspoken lawmaker said that the issues under investigation go beyond routine legislative matters, describing them as “deeply rooted constitutional concerns” that need careful legal interpretation and defense.

“The timing has made it practically impossible to engage legal services before today’s hearing,” Kolubah stated, warning that proceeding without proper representation could violate his constitutional rights.

“This process raises serious questions about jurisdiction and due process,” he added. “I must be allowed the opportunity to consult competent legal minds to protect my rights,” Representative Kolubah emphasized.

Despite the urgency of his plea, the Committee on Rules, Order, and Administration insisted that granting his full five-day request would disrupt the already tight schedule of the ongoing Special Session.

In response, the Committee Chair, Representative James Kolleh, assured that Kolubah would receive a fair hearing, even though he was granted only two days instead of five to secure legal counsel.

He announced that the Committee agreed to reschedule Yekeh Kolubah’s appearance to Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM, as it continues its investigation to report to Plenary within the stipulated 10-day period.

“Due process remains paramount, and the integrity of our procedures will not be compromised. We cannot afford to stall the work of the House,” Kolleh pointed out.

Yekeh Kolubah is under investigation for alleged “Gross Breach of Duty and Violation of Oath of Office” under Articles 38 and 76 of the Liberian Constitution.

He recently declared that based on his survey, the disputed boundary at the Sorlumba Border in Foya, Lofa County, belongs to Guinea, not Liberia. 

His statement comes amdist growing tension along the Liberia-Guinean Boarder. This has sparked serious debate, with some lawmakers describing Representative Kolubah's comments as treasonous.

A proposal to expel or suspend Kolubah on said ground, was filed by Montserrado County District 3 Representative Sumo Mulbah.

The Rules, Order, and Administration Committee has taken charge to investigate and decide on possible disciplinary actions.