Former Liberian officials who were recently arrested and sent to jail for their alleged involvement in corruption and economic sabotage, have spent their fourth night behind bars. They failed to file a criminal appearance bond at the Monrovia City Court to secure their temporary release. Stipendiary Magistrate Ben Barco has subsequently transferred the alleged corruption…
As the Government of Liberia begins investigating alleged acts of corruption by former public officials, the main opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) has issued a strong statement against the arrest of its former officials. The former ruling party through its National Secretary General Jefferson Tamba Koijee issued a statement on Monday, July 29, 2024…
Over the weekend, the Supreme Court of Liberia threatened to shutdown government operations and also strike down budget law if the two other branches of government remain on unresponsive to their concerns regarding the appropriations of the mega 2.8% of the national budget to the Judiciary Branch of Government. On July 19, 2024, Chief Justice…
The 11th Judicial Circuit Court in Tubmanburg, Bomi County, has sentenced defendant Momo Kanneh to 10 years in prison. The Court decision on Friday, July 12, 2024, came as a result of a unanimous guilty verdict handed down by jurors sitting at the May Term of Court on crimes of aggravated assaults and murder. It…
In a significant move highlighting the government’s commitment to justice and prison reform, Justice Minister, Cllr. Oswald Tweh, Sr. has embarked on a joint visit to the Gbarnga Regional Hub and Gbarnga Central Prison in Bong County. Minister Tweh’s visit is aimed at assessing the conditions of the facilities, engage with staff and lead justice…
The Civil Service Agency (CSA) under the signature of Director General, Josiah F. Joekai has invited the Minister of Labor Cllr. Cooper Kruah for a conference concerning the alleged dismissal of four employees. The conference takes place today. Minister Kruah is expected to respond to complaints filed by Samuel S. Sambolah, HIV/ AIDS focal person,…
A controversy has emerged from the Senate retreat held in Buchanan, where critics say US$700,000 was reportedly expended as civil society actor Martin K.N. Kollie has complained Senator Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence to Ombudsman Office. The scrutiny continues as Martin K. N. Kollie, a civil society activist, demands that Senate Pro-Tempore Madam Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence account for US$565,000…
The Supreme Court of Liberia is set to begin hearing an appeal by former Chief Justice Gloria Musu Scott and her household members, who were sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Charloe Musu. The court’s statement, issued in a notice of assignment, was sent to both prosecution and defense lawyers. The hearing is…
Plenary of the House of Representatives has summoned Defense Minister Geraldine George over complaints of demolition of several properties along the Duazon area including properties belonging to Sinoe County Electoral District #1 Representative Thomas Romeo Quioh. According to the House public affairs section, Plenary’s decision was triggered by a communication from Representative Quioh bringing his…
The Administration of the Liberia National Police (LNP) has with immediate effect suspended two of its officers for one month without salary for abuse of authority and disobeying lawful orders. The suspended officers are, Patrolmen Teddy R. C. Boulner (ID# 6351) and Gabriel Flomo (ID# 6017) assigned at Zone Five Base Police Station and Lofa…
