Mary Broh, the former Director-General of the General Services Agency (GSA), has been arrested and turned over to the court on multiple corruption-related charges, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Justice.
Her arrest follows a sweeping investigation by the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), which alleges that Broh misused public funds during her time at the helm of the GSA. The specific charges have not yet been made public, but authorities confirmed that she is among more than 15 current and former government officials indicted in what is shaping up to be one of the largest anti-graft crackdowns in recent years.
Broh was taken into custody earlier this week and appeared before the court under heavy security. The government has also imposed a travel ban on her and the other indicted individuals to ensure they remain within the country’s jurisdiction as the legal process unfolds.
Once seen as a no-nonsense reformer, praised for her unorthodox but firm approach to cleaning up Monrovia during her time as acting Mayor, Mary Broh’s arrest has triggered widespread public debate. While some recall her as a dedicated public servant who got things done, others argue that her methods often skirted transparency and accountability.
A senior official at the Ministry of Justice, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, “This action is not about personal vendettas. It’s about accountability. The public deserves to know how their money was used, or misused.”
Broh’s tenure at the GSA was marked by ambitious efforts to streamline government procurement and asset management. However, critics often questioned the lack of oversight surrounding major contracts and expenditures under her leadership.
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission has pledged to pursue the case with diligence, emphasizing that the goal is not just prosecution but also the recovery of any misappropriated funds.
Broh’s legal team has yet to make a public statement, but sources close to her say she denies any wrongdoing and is prepared to vigorously defend herself in court.
As the investigation continues, all eyes will be on the judiciary to see how it handles this high-profile case, one that could define the government’s broader campaign to restore public trust in its institutions.
