Speculation over a possible leadership shakeup in the House of Representatives has intensified in recent days, with Deputy Speaker Thomas P. Fallah reportedly facing removal from his position. However, Montserrado County District #2 Representative Sekou Kanneh, a Unity Party lawmaker and Chair of the House Executive Committee, has strongly denied claims that he is being positioned as Fallah’s replacement. The rumors, which have circulated widely among legislative insiders and political observers, suggest an alleged plan to unseat Deputy Speaker Fallah and replace him with Rep. Kanneh in what has been described as a move to install a “regime Deputy Speaker” more closely aligned with the current political establishment. Speaking on the matter, Rep. Kanneh categorically dismissed the reports as unfounded and misleading. “This is not and can’t never be true. This isn't part of my DNA,” he stated. The lawmaker emphasized that his focus remains on his legislative duties, particularly his role as Chair of the Executive Committee, where he is committed to fostering collaboration and advancing the national interest. The denial comes against a backdrop of growing tension within the Legislature, as shifting political alliances and internal maneuvering continue to fuel speculation of a possible leadership reshuffle. While Deputy Speaker Fallah has not yet issued an official response, opposition lawmakers have already voiced concern that the rumors reflect an attempt to consolidate power within the ruling establishment. At present, no formal motion has been filed in plenary to initiate proceedings against Deputy Speaker Fallah, and legislative sources confirm that the matter has not been placed on the House’s official agenda. Nevertheless, the persistent reports have cast renewed scrutiny on the role of the House Executive Committee and the broader leadership structure of the Legislature. Observers note that any move to unseat the Deputy Speaker would require a significant level of consensus among lawmakers, making the alleged plot both politically sensitive and procedurally complex. Until such action is formally introduced, the rumors remain just that unsubstantiated speculation. For now, Rep. Kanneh’s denial seeks to set the record straight, underscoring his position that he has no interest in pursuing the Deputy Speakership. The coming weeks are expected to determine whether the speculation will fade or give way to concrete political maneuvering inside the
