Ex-President Sirleaf to Address Lawmakers in Special Sitting

Former Liberian President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, is expected to make a significant appearance before members of the House of Representatives of Liberia on Thursday, March 5, 2026, where she will deliver an address during a specially convened plenary session.

Sources close to the former leader indicate that her address is expected to touch on governance, democratic resilience, and the importance of institutional integrity—issues that remain central to Liberia’s evolving political landscape.

The highly anticipated engagement comes following a formal invitation extended by House Speaker, Richard Nagbe Koon, signaling a rare moment of direct interaction between a former head of state and the current legislature.

In her response, Sirleaf described the invitation as a landmark development, noting that such an opportunity represents a unique step in strengthening institutional collaboration and democratic dialogue in Liberia.

She emphasized that the gesture reflects growing respect for continuity in governance and the value of experience in national discourse.

Ahead of the event, the former President confirmed that her security team has already assessed the Capitol premises, expressing confidence in the arrangements put in place, particularly regarding access and overall coordination.

Meanwhile, members of the House have expressed optimism about the engagement, describing it as a moment of reflection and learning, especially for younger lawmakers seeking insight from Liberia’s first female president and Africa’s first elected female head of state.

The upcoming address is widely seen as more than a ceremonial visit, but rather a platform for meaningful exchange that could influence legislative perspectives and national policy conversations.

As anticipation builds, the House prepares to receive Sirleaf in what is shaping up to be a defining moment of dialogue, reinforcing democratic values and bridging past leadership with present governance.