“Let the office of the Speaker be informed that reporters’ accreditations are not done by his office; under the doctrine of devolution of power as provided for by the Constitution of Liberia under article 3, and simple public administration, provide for separation of work and coordination in work environments. LEGISPOL condemns Speaker Chambers’ action on the revocation of reporters’ accreditations and see it as threat to the doctrine of free speech as provided for by article 15, 17 of the constitution,” the association denounced. Meanwhile, the PUL award winning journalist, Kenneh has alleged that the decision to revoke his accreditation stems from his critical reportage of the workings of the Lower House. According to the them, because of limited space in the chamber of the newly Chinese-constructed annex, they have been strictly mandated by House Speaker Bhofal Chambers to only allow journalists who will arrive early to occupy the few seats available in the chambers. Director Redd has assured reporters that his office will work with Speaker Chambers to ensure that all 27 accredited journalists gain access to the chambers of the House of Representative to cover open session.

Source: Front Page Africa February 22, 2019 00:15 UTC