MONROVIA – The House of Representatives has summoned the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Samuel D. Tweah, to appear before the august body on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 10:00 AM to explain why the 2024 National Budget is yet to be submitted to the House.
Despite repeated citations, the Finance Minister has failed to appear, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in financial matters. The House views this repeated absence as a matter of contempt and demands that the Minister show cause for such persistent non-compliance with legislative summons.
Minister Tweah has been summoned to state why he should not be held in contempt by the House for his failure to appear before it after several citations.
The scheduled appearance is set to take place in full plenary on Tuesday, providing an opportunity for the Minister to engage in a constructive dialogue with members of the House and address concerns raised regarding budgetary issues. The House emphasizes the importance of the Finance Minister’s presence to ensure a thorough examination of financial matters crucial to the nation’s well-being.
The House of Representatives reaffirmed its commitment to upholding democratic principles, transparency, and accountability in the governance process.
Members of the House took the decision on Monday, November 27, 2023, in its leadership meeting when the Minister of Finance was invited but didn’t show up or write an excuse letter; something the lawmakers termed as disrespectful and having the propensity to impede their legislative function.
