Liberia: House of Reps Not Shutting Down Despite COVID-19 Concerns at LegislatureThe head of Communications and Political Affairs in the office of Speaker Chambers, George D. Watkins said, though the House is cogniszant of the situation at the Liberian senate, it has not considered any decision to suspend sessions. Capitol Hill, Monrovia – The office of House Speaker, Bhofal Chambers has debunked speculations that the House of Representatives is suspending sessions amid report of a first COVID-19 case at the Liberian Legislature. The Senate’s Assistant Secretary, Jannave Verdier-Massaquoi was tested positive COVID-19 and is currently seeking treatment at the 14 Military Hospital in Margibi County. On the opposite wing of the Building, there have been nonstop speculations that the House of Representatives is also shutting down all of its activities. “The leadership of the House of Representatives has not reached any decision for closure,” Watkins said.

Source: Front Page Africa June 19, 2020 00:56 UTC