The Government through the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) says it would begin a major prosecution of some former and current officials of government following series of investigation to prosecute, and deter acts of corruption and financial misconduct in public service.
In a release issued by LACC, the Commission stated that it reaffirms commitment to transparency, accountability, and zero tolerance for corruption. These indictments reflect our steadfast pursuit of justice and the protection of Liberia’s public resources.
Lead person to be prosecuted from the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) includes, Suspended CEO, NOCAL, Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, Suspended CEO, NOCAL, Comptroller, NOCAL, Richman Jallah, and Edmond Massaquoi, IT Technician, Ministry of Transport.
The so to be indicted persons will face multiple charges, including Economic Sabotage, Tampering with Public Records, Criminal Attempt, Solicitation, Facilitation, and Conspiracy, Violations of Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC)
and Project Management Framework (PMF) laws
All three defendants appeared before Criminal Court ‘C’ on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, and presented Judge-approved criminal appearance bonds. They were formally served with writs of arrest and indictments, placing them under the jurisdiction of the court.
At the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), those to be prosecuted includes Madam Edwina C. Zackpa, Former Chairperson, LTA, and Temma Corporation, through its CEO Mr. Abdullah Kamara.
The pair are facing charges of Economic Sabotage, Theft of Property, Misapplication of Entrusted Property, Criminal Facilitation, Solicitation, and Conspiracy
On service of the indictment, Mr. Kamara presented a criminal appearance bond and is now under court jurisdiction. He has filed several motions, including: Motion to Dismiss, Motion for Severance and Separate Trial, Motion for Change of Venue, and Motion to Correct Bail Bond
These motions have been heard, with final rulings pending. Meanwhile, Madam Zackpa remains outside the Republic of Liberia, and efforts are ongoing to ensure her appearance.
At the Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC)
Four former officials face indictment on charges of Economic Sabotage, Theft of Property, Misapplication of Entrusted Property, Criminal Conspiracy.. They include Patrick Tarnue Worzie, Former Director-General, Alieu Fofana, Former M&E Manager, Joseph Wea, Former Comptroller, Jeredine Kolleh, Manager of Humanitarian Department
Mr. Worzie appeared at Criminal Court ‘C’ on Monday, July 21, 2025, and fled a criminal appearance bond. The remaining defendants are yet to appear, and the Commission is
actively coordinating with relevant authorities to pursue further action.
The LACC is assessing the validity and adequacy of the bond submitted and
reserves the right to challenge it within the legal timeframe inf found
defective.
The Commission will continue to keep the public informed on developments as proceedings unfold.
