The Resident Circuit Judge of Criminal Court “C”, His Honor A. Blamo Dixon, has issued arrest warrants for several former high-ranking government officials allegedly implicated in a US$6.2 million corruption and money laundering scandal.
Among those targeted is Samuel D. Tweah, former Minister of Finance and Development Planning, who remains a fugitive since July 30, 2024, despite the court’s order for his arrest. The other defendants include Cllr. Nyenati Tuan, former Acting Minister of Justice and Solicitor General; Stanley S. Ford, former Director General of the Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA); D. Moses P. Cooper, former Comptroller of the FIA; and Jefferson Karmoh, former National Security Advisor.
These individuals face multiple charges, including economic sabotage, money laundering, fraud, criminal conspiracy, misuse of public funds, and theft. The latest arrest warrants, issued on September 6, 2024, were signed by Clerk of Court Knowles W. Shain, directing the authorities to apprehend the defendants based on the indictment prepared by the Grand Jury.
As the legal proceedings continue, both Liberians and international observers are watching closely to see how the country handles this significant corruption case. The trial’s outcome is expected to have profound consequences for Liberia’s efforts to combat corruption, promote good governance, and protect its reputation on the world stage.
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