Monrovia, May 1 -- The Speaker of the House of Representatives, J. Fonati Koffa, is poised to resign amid weeks of political tension and disputes over his leadership of the 55th Legislature.

By Selma Lomax, selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com

Sources within the Legislature confirmed that Speaker Koffa and a bloc of supportive lawmakers have drafted and submitted a formal resignation proposal to former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Sirleaf was selected to receive the communication due to her perceived neutrality, absence of political ambition, and her current role within ECOWAS diplomacy.

As part of the negotiated terms, Koffa will receive all outstanding salaries and benefits due him during the leadership dispute. Additionally, l...