By Jerromie S. Walters
MONROVIA – President Joseph N. Boakai Sr. has summoned the 55th Legislature to a ten-day Special Session beginning April 9, 2026, to seek approval for the printing of additional Liberian Dollar banknotes, the passage of the 2026 Supplementary Budget, and other matters of urgent national concern.
In an official letter to House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon dated April 6, 2026, President Boakai invoked Article 32(b) of the Liberian Constitution, which authorizes the chief executive to convene an extraordinary session when national emergency or importance demands. The Special Session will run for ten working days, commencing Thursday, April 9, and ending Thursday, April 23, 2026.
The President acknowledged that the Legislature had adjourned sine die on March 19, 2026, following the completion of its first-quarter agenda for the Third Session, with the second quarter scheduled to resume on May 8, 2026. However, he stressed that the urgency of certain national matters, particularly the need for additional currency and supplementary budgetary measures, could not await the regular reconvening in May.
According to the President’s communication, the agenda for the Special Session includes a proposal for the printing of additional Liberian Dollar banknotes, a proposal for the passage of the 2026 Supplementary Budget, and other matters of national urgency. He described these proposals as time-sensitive and essential to the interest of the nation and its people.
President Boakai expressed trust that the Legislature would give due consideration to his call and convene promptly for the specified period. The House of Representatives has acknowledged receipt of the President’s communication. House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon has instructed the Chief Clerk office to duly inform President for subsequent issuance of the proclamation.
