Tensions are said to have mounted in Montserrado County Electoral District #10, as community advocate, Randolph A. Cummings, has openly rallied behind members of the 55th Legislature’s decision that expelled Representative Yekeh Y. Kolubah.
Cummings said, Kolubah stay at the legislature over the years was marred by “neglect, inaccessibility and ineffective leadership.”
He spoke on behalf of the “frustrated citizens.”
Cummings spoke as he delivered a blistering assessment of the ejected lawmaker’s tenure at the House.
He declared that District #10 has felt little of no impact from Kolubah’s representation over the years.
Cummings also provided 23 counts in support the House of Representatives decision that expelled Kolubah.
He claimed that Kolubah “persistently neglected his duties, failed to effectively
represent the interest of his constituents, and often engaged in conduct that were inconsistent with the expectations of a public office.”
Cummings said their support for Kolubah expulsion is in the best interest of justice, accountability, integrity and the preservation of good governance.
He pointed to struggling communities such as VP Road and other areas where poor sanitation and lack of development continue to threaten public health.
According to Cummings, repeated calls for intervention have gone unanswered.
“Kolubah was invited to address serious community issues, but he never showed up,” until he was expelled. That was not leadership,” one resident remarked.
The controversy deepens with allegations that the lawmaker lost grassroots support long before his removal, but relied on external influence as he maintained his political standing.
He said, his efforts to meet the representative yielded little response, further widened the disconnect between Kolubah and his constituents.
Cummings said, at one point, insiders revealed, discussions of impeachment were gaining traction within the district itself.
But when members of the Legislature acted citing concerns that the lawmaker’s conduct was bringing national embarrassment, residents quickly aligned with the decision.
“Everywhere I go, people are saying, ‘Thank you for speaking for us. Many were afraid, but the time for silence is over.”
Cummings spoke about the absence of a functional district office, which residents often questioned why the supposed office was frequently locked, leaving citizens without access to Kolubah.
“How can you represent people you refused to meet?”
Cummings said, despite the leadership concerns, District #10 has continuously shown signs of growth that is driven largely by the resilience and determination of residents rather than legislative support.
“We are developing ourselves. The progress you see is the work of the people, not the lawmaker.”
Cummings said, key infrastructure projects, such as the nearly completed road to Gaye Town, have stalled due to weak advocacy at the national level.
Analysts say, the situation underscores a broader issue: the need for effective, strategic leadership that can engage government constructively rather than confront it recklessly.
“Advocacy is not about noise, it’s about results.”
Concerns over absenteeism also surfaced, with reports that repeated suspensions kept Kolubah out of crucial legislative sessions. Residents argue that such absences left the district vulnerable during key national decisions.