The Rule of Law Caucus has formally appealed to the Supreme Court, expressing profound disappointment over a recent decision by the Civil Law Court to dismiss a case citing lack of jurisdiction.
In his letter to the Supreme Court on January 27, the Caucus’ Chairperson, Musa Bility, described the situation as one that has placed the pursuit of justice in limbo and urged the nation’s highest court to intervene.
Bility lamented that the Civil Law Court’s decision has left the matter unresolved and without a clear alternative forum to address the issue.
“The people are left to wonder: is this the end of the road for a matter so deeply rooted in fairness and constitutional principle?” he wrote.
He emphasized the critical role of the Supreme Court as the ultimate custodian of justice in Liberia.
The chairman’s letter highlighted the broader implications of the court’s decision, noting that the lack of a resolution risks eroding public trust in the judiciary. “This is not merely about the technicalities of jurisdiction or procedure. It is about the faith of the people in their judiciary and their belief that their voices will be heard”, Bility stated.
Bility’s plea underscored the urgent need for the Supreme Court to hear the bill of information, a legal instrument that seeks to bring clarity and resolution to the matter.
He argued that by denying a hearing, the court risks undermining the constitutional rights of the parties involved and leaving the public disillusioned with the justice system.
“We humbly and passionately implore you to grant a hearing on the bill of information. Hear us, your Supreme Court, for justice delayed is justice denied,” Bility urged in his letter.
The chairman’s appeal reflects growing concern among many Liberians about the state of the justice system and the need to uphold the rule of law. Observers say the case has significant implications for public confidence in the judiciary and the broader principles of equity and fairness in the country.
