House Backs Lacc’s Corruption Investigation …Authorizes Commission To Proceed With Probe

By Grace Bryant Mollay

 The House of Representatives has pledged its full support to an ongoing corruption investigation being conducted by the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), which involves certain members of the legislature.

This commitment was made during the 6th Day Sitting of the 2nd Quarter of the 2nd Session on Thursday, May 29, in response to a formal request from the LACC seeking the House’s cooperation in the matter.

According to the Commission, the investigation was prompted by two separate complaints received in October 2024; one from the Civil Society Working Group of Liberia on October 17, and another from Representative Luther Sandy Collins on October 21.

Both complaints alleged a bribery scheme aimed at unseating former Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa.

The LACC noted that it had initiated the investigation and identified several lawmakers as persons of interest. However, due to internal constraints within the House at the time, those individuals were unable to appear for questioning or participate in the process.

Now that those issues have been resolved, the LACC has reiterated its call for full cooperation from the House. The Commission stressed that continued collaboration is essential to promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance.

In a unanimous decision, the House agreed to grant the LACC unrestricted access to carry out its investigation. Lawmakers reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that all allegations of corruption are thoroughly investigated and addressed through appropriate legal procedures.

The House expressed its unwavering support for national anti-corruption efforts and its intent to restore public trust in Liberia’s democratic institutions.