June 26
Liberia: IAA Launches Internal Audit Regulations, Compliance Checklist to Strengthen Public Accountability
The Internal Audit Agency (IAA) has launched the Internal Audit Regulations and the Public Sector Internal Audit Compliance Checklist, marking what officials described as a major… Read more »
June 18
Liberia: Elections Without Accountability - the Unfinished Business of Liberia's Postwar Democracy
Since the end of the civil war in 2003, Liberia has held several elections. Presidents have come and gone. Lawmakers have been voted in and voted out. Political parties have risen… Read more »
June 26
Liberia: U.S.$19 Million Drug Probe Takes Dramatic Turn
Liberia's ongoing investigation into the US$19 million cocaine seizure has taken a dramatic turn after one of the key persons of interest, Paul Jamaal King, formally requested… Read more »
June 16
Liberia: Court Subpoenas Roberts International Airport Management Over U.S.$19 Million Cocaine Bust
The investigation into Liberia's record US$19 million cocaine seizure has entered a new phase, with the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Margibi County ordering the management of… Read more »
June 15
Liberia: Liberia Seeks Recall of EU Envoy Over Alleged Anti-Government Remarks - Critics Denounce Move As Intolerant
The Government of Liberia has formally requested the European Union to recall and replace its Head of Delegation to Liberia, Ambassador Nona Deprez, accusing her of making… Read more »
June 17
Liberia: Justice Minister Cites Bad Precedence to Disclose Early Investigative Findings in U.S.$19.2m Drugs Bust to Lawmakers
The Minister of Justice and head of the National Security Council, Cllr. Oswald Tweh, provided just scanty details as he was called by the House of Representatives to present… Read more »
Liberia: Government Announces Probe of Allegations of Bribery in Liberia's Largest Human Trafficking Trial
The Liberian government has announced a probe into bribery allegations that victims say nearly derailed Liberia's largest human trafficking prosecution. Nine victims told… Read more »
June 24
Liberia: Tweah Writes UN Chief, Vows to Resist 'Injustice', Warns of 'Political Witch-Hunt' and Rule of Law Erosion in Liberia
Former Finance and Development Planning Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. has launched a blistering attack on the administration of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, accusing the… Read more »
May 20
Liberia: Hung Jury Forces Mistrial in Bracewell Murder Case As Doubts Shadow Prosecution's Evidence
A dramatic turn unfolded Monday, May 18 at the Criminal Court "A" as the murder trial of commercial driver Francis Nana ended in a mistrial, following a deadlocked jury that split… Read more »
May 15
Liberia: Justice Minister Tweh Defends Handling of Former Minister Tweah Case
Justice Minister, Oswald Tweh, has responded to criticism from supporters of the ruling Unity Party over the government's handling of the economic sabotage case involving former… Read more »
May 13
Liberia: Judiciary Dismisses 'Jury Tampering Probe' Report As False, Warns Against Smear Campaign in U.S.$6.2 Million Corruption Case
The Judiciary of the Republic of Liberia has strongly denied reports claiming that Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay ordered an investigation into alleged jury tampering in the… Read more »
Liberia: Defense Moves to Overturn Split Verdict in Explosive U.S.$6.2 Million Economic Sabotage Trial
Liberia's most politically explosive corruption prosecution in recent years is facing a dramatic legal unraveling, as defense lawyers for former Acting Justice Minister Cllr.… Read more »
May 12
Liberia: Judge Konton Delivers Blistering Opening Charge, Warns of Case Dismissal and Judicial Crackdown
Criminal Court "D" Judge, Cllr. Geeplah-Tiklo Konton, on Monday, May 11 issued a strong warning to judges, lawyers, jurors and the public that their failure to perform their duties… Read more »
May 11
Liberia: Police in River Gee Investigate Alleged Unlawful Restraint of Juvenile After Viral Handcuff Video
The Liberia National Police in River Gee County has launched an investigation into an alleged case of unlawful restraint of a minor after a viral video showing a handcuffed… Read more »
Liberia: Stand Launches 'Save Liberia Protest Coalition,' Announces July 17 Mass Demonstration Against Boakai Government
Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND), through its chairman, Mulbah Morlu Jr., has officially launched the "Save Liberia Protest Coalition," calling for what organizers… Read more »
May 08
Liberia: Outrage Erupts After Woman Stripped Naked At Red-Light Market Over Alleged Indecent Dressing
Public outrage is growing after a disturbing incident unfolded Thursday at the bustling Red-Light commercial hub, where a young woman was reportedly stripped naked by a group of… Read more »
May 07
Liberia: LDEA's Internal Crackdown Deepens As Latest Action Marks Four Volunteer Agents Dismissed Across Counties in Two Months
The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency(LDEA) continued to intensify its internal purge aimed at restoring discipline and public trust, with the dismissal of two additional volunteer… Read more »
Liberia: Justice Minister's Special Assistant Urges Intellectuals to Speak Against Mob Violence
The Special Assistant to the Minister of Justice, Atty. Siaffa Bahn Kemokai, has called on young people and intellectuals in Liberia to promote intellectual engagement and take a… Read more »
May 06
Liberia: Liberia Moves to Fix Weak Whistleblower Laws With Incentives, Stronger Protections
The Liberian government has launched a major push to overhaul its witness protection and whistleblower laws, as stakeholders warned that weak safeguards and poor implementation are… Read more »
Liberia: Tuan Leads Defense As Case Closes, Challenges Prosecution in U.S.$6.2m Trial
The US$6.2 million economic sabotage trial at Criminal Court "C" has entered its final stage, with the defense officially closing its case and strongly challenging the… Read more »
May 05
Liberia: Man Nearly Killed in Dauzon Night Attack Over U.S.$10
A shocking late-night incident in the Palms Bush Community, Silver Beach, Dauzon, Margibi County has left a man fighting for his life after he was allegedly stabbed multiple times… Read more »
April 29
Liberia: Missing Files, Missing Justice - One Case Shows How Dysfunctional Police and Justice Systems Are Failing Rape Victims
Part 3 in a series documenting the journey of a 57-year-old alleged rape victim from rural Montserra to obtain justice. Read more »
Liberia: National Security Advisor Fires Back At Office of War Crimes Court Chief, Denies Sabotage Claims, Warns Against 'Misinformation Campaign'
The Office of the National Security Advisor has strongly rejected allegations by the Executive Director of the Office for the Establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court for… Read more »
April 27
Liberia: Liberia, Sierra Leone Face Renewed Scrutiny Over 'Crackdowns On Dissent' Following Lawmaker's Expulsion, Activist Sentencing
As Liberia and Sierra Leone continue their fragile recovery from years of civil conflict, a series of high-profile prosecutions and disciplinary actions in both countries is… Read more »
April 23
Liberia: House Endorses Bong Mining Probe Report, Passes Paynesville School System Act
The House of Representatives has decided on two key issues - endorsing the Joint Committee on Lands, Mines and Energy; and Natural Resources and Environment following of an… Read more »
