Debee Moves Against Fallah: Grand Gedeh Rep. Jacob Debee Asks Plenary to Probe Deputy Speaker Fallah for Remarks on Speaker Koon
BY: Rufus Divine Brooks Jr.
MONROVIA, Montserrado County – Grand Gedeh County Representative Jacob Debee has filed a formal communication to the House of Representatives plenary, requesting the retraction of public statements made by Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah concerning Speaker Richard Koon and urging the body to launch an investigation into the matter.
In the communication submitted during Tuesday’s session, Rep. Debee argued that Deputy Speaker Fallah’s remarks were inappropriate and could undermine the integrity of the House leadership.
He called on plenary to compel Fallah to retract the statements publicly and to institute a probe to determine whether House rules or ethical standards were violated.
The development signals growing tension within the House leadership, as disagreements over statements and conduct among presiding officers continue to surface in plenary.
The House is expected to deliberate on Debee’s request in subsequent sessions.
Rufus Divine Brooks, Jr.Rufus Divine Brooks Jr. is an independent Liberian journalist with more than 7 years of experience across print, radio, and television media.
Known for accountability-driven reporting and clear, audience-focused storytelling, he currently serves as News Director at KMTV Liberia and Chief Executive Officer of Voice of News in Liberia [VON], a digital news platform.
Career Experience:
Brooks has held key editorial and production roles throughout Liberia’s media landscape:
1. Head of Television & Reporter, Prime FM 105.5 — Led TV content operations while reporting on politics, governance, and human interest.
2. Promotional Manager, TunesLiberia — Managed media partnerships and promotional campaigns for Liberian entertainment and public affairs content.
3. Correspondent, Bassa FM, Grand Bassa County — Provided county-level coverage on development, infrastructure, and community issues outside Monrovia.
4. News Desk Editor & Senior Reporter, Kear Radio 95.9, Monrovia — Coordinates daily news output and produces in-depth analysis on national policy and social issues.
5. Contributor, FrontPage Africa & Verity Newspaper — Writes for two of Liberia’s leading independent dailies, focusing on political accountability, diplomacy, and sports.
Professional Affiliations & Standards:
A full member of the Press Union of Liberia [PUL], Brooks adheres to ethical journalism standards emphasizing accuracy, balance, and the right of reply.
His editorial approach prioritizes context, verification, and giving communities a voice in national debates.
Coverage & Notable Work:
His reporting portfolio spans:
• Governance & Diplomacy: Coverage of Liberia’s leadership roles on United Nations sanctions committees and foreign policy milestones.
• Politics & Elections: On-the-ground reporting during national elections and analysis of legislative developments.
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• Human Interest & Development: Stories highlighting infrastructure projects, public health, education, and climate resilience at county level.
Brooks is also active on digital platforms, where he provides timely updates and contextual analysis to a growing audience.
Leadership & Current Role:
As News Director of KMTV Liberia, he oversees editorial strategy, mentors young journalists, and ensures balanced coverage of government, opposition, and civic voices.
Through Voice of News and other platforms in Liberia, he expands access to independent news and promotes media literacy.
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