Justice For Unresolved Deaths Inquiries -Atty General Assures
By Precious D. Freeman
Attorney General Oswald Tweh has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring justice for all Liberians, pledging a thorough investigation into the deaths of former auditors and other unresolved cases.
Minister Tweh’s statement comes in response to a directive from President Joseph N. Boakai, who, during his first cabinet meeting of 2025 on Monday, March 3, ordered a full-scale investigation into mysterious deaths, including the case of three missing boys, the deaths of multiple auditors, and other high-profile incidents.
President Boakai emphasized that the Liberian people deserve answers, declaring that no case will be ignored.
He directed law enforcement agencies to expedite their investigations, collaborate with international partners if necessary, and provide regular updates to the public.
“We will bring closure to these tragedies and ensure justice is served,” President Boakai stated. “Impunity will not be tolerated, and our administration remains committed to full transparency.”
In response, Justice Minister Tweh assured the President and the Cabinet that the Ministry would act with impartiality and diligence in carrying out its duties.
He pledged that every citizen, regardless of status, would have equal access to justice.
“The Ministry of Justice remains steadfast in its dedication to uncovering the truth behind these cases,” Minister Tweh stated. “We will ensure a comprehensive and impartial investigation, bringing all those responsible to justice.”
Among the cases under renewed investigation is the ‘tragic drowning’ of three young men; Robert M. Blamo Jr., 29, Siafa Gbana Boimah, 34, and Bobby S. Gbeanquoi, who reportedly died in Fuama District, Lower Bong County, on October 17, 2020.
The men allegedly drowned when their canoe capsized while returning home from work for Moses Ahossoule, owner of St. Moses Funeral Home, and Abraham G. Samuel.
An Independent Investigative Panel was previously established to probe the incident, including representatives from the Liberia National Police (LNP), security agencies, the Association of Female Lawyers of Liberia (AFFLL), the Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR), and the Inter-religious Council.
Another case under scrutiny is the suspicious deaths of four government auditors in 2022.
Over a span of eight days in October of that year four auditors died under what observers viewed as mysterious circumstances.
The deceased include Emmanuel Barten Nyeswua, director general of the Liberia Internal Audit Agency, and Albert Peters, Gifty Lama, and George F. Fanbutu of the Liberia Revenue Authority.
The auditors were reportedly investigating government accounts amid allegations of financial misappropriations.
Nyeswua’s death was attributed to a fall at his residence, while the other three were said to have perished in suspicious car accidents.
With the Ministry of Justice leading the renewed investigations, Minister Tweh assured that the government would leave no stone unturned.
Law enforcement agencies have been directed to move swiftly in gathering evidence, questioning witnesses, and, if necessary, seeking international forensic assistance.
The Ministry of Justice has also vowed to keep the public informed with regular updates on the progress of the investigations, signaling a new era of accountability and transparency under President Boakai’s leadership.
