By By: Alphanso G. Kalama
Email: alphansokalama@gmail.com
Monrovia, Liberia– The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has charged several prominent figures from Liberia’s recent past administration with severe financial crimes. The indictment, handed down by the First Judicial Circuit Criminal Court “C” under Judge A. Blamo Dixon, names former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah, former Acting Minister of Justice Cllr. Nyanti Tuan, ex-Financial Intelligence Director Stanley S. Ford, former Financial Intelligence Comptroller D. Moses P. Cooper, and former National Security Advisor Jefferson Karmoh.
The charges include economic sabotage, fraud on the internal revenue of Liberia, misuse of public funds, money laundering, criminal facilitation, and conspiracy. The court has issued arrest warrants for these individuals, accusing them of orchestrating a broad scheme of theft and mismanagement of state resources.
The indictment accuses the defendants of orchestrating a series of illicit financial activities, including significant embezzlement and illegal disbursement of public money. The case is being described as one of the most significant anti-corruption efforts in Liberia’s recent history, with potential implications for the country’s political landscape.
Critics argue that this development could further destabilize Liberia’s already fragile political environment, while supporters believe it marks a crucial step towards transparency and accountability in government. The trial is expected to draw significant attention as it unfolds, with implications for both national governance and public trust in Liberia’s institutions.
