Citizens of Margibi were shocked by the news of the selection of Margibi’s fifth district representative and current House speaker, Emmanuel Nuquay, by Vice President Joseph Nyumah Boakai as his running mate.
IREDD Releases 2016 Report on Lawmakers Performance
The Institute for Research and Democratic Development has released its 2016 report on the performance of lawmakers in the 53rd National Legislature.
Tyler, Sherman, Others Plead Not Guilty in Corruption Trial
Defendants in the Global Witness corruption case have pleaded not guilty to court charges.
Court Fines Corruption Indictees for Ditching Trial on Opening Day
A judge has imposed a US$200 fine each on seven indictees in the widely publicized Global Witness corruption case.
Liberia Revenue Authority Investigates Logging Companies for US$25 million in Unpaid Taxes
The Liberia Revenue Authority says it is investigating a Global Witness’ report that logging companies in the country owe US$$25 million in unpaid taxes.
With Lack of Voting Records, Lawmakers Appear to Shun Transparency
After failed efforts at institutional reform, the legislature still lacks needed transparency; there is still no way for citizens to know how their lawmakers vote on particular issues.
No Voting Records Available at Legislature as Lawmakers Abandon Electronic Voting System
Investigation has revealed that there is no record available at the Liberian Legislature to show how individual lawmakers vote for bills on the floor.
OP-ED: The Culture of Corruption in Liberia – Government as a Career Move and Easy Way Out
In Liberia, if you get caught in a corruption scandal, there’s at least one easy way out: deny, accuse, resign. With limited accountability and slap-on-the-wrist penalties, you’ll save face and soon be ready for your next career move, maybe even a political appointment.