NATIONAL NEWS
MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has formally submitted two major legislative proposals to the Legislature aimed at strengthening accountability, advancing justice, and reinforcing the rule of law in Liberia.
By: Trokon S. Wrepue – trokon1992seokin@gmail.com
The bills were transmitted on May 20, 2026, to the leadership of the Legislature, including Speaker Richard Koon and Senate President Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence for deliberation and possible enactment.
The proposed legislations include an Act Establishing a War and Economic Crimes Court and an Act Adopting a New Title 17(a) of the Liberian Code of Laws Revised, Establishing a National Anti-Corruption Court.
According to the President, both bills are rooted in Liberia’s historical experience, constitutional framework, and international legal obligations.
War and Economic Crimes Court Proposal
The proposed War and Economic Crimes Court seeks to address recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and commitments under the Accra Peace Agreement.
The court would serve as a specialized judicial mechanism to handle allegations of war crimes, crimes against humanity, gross human rights violations, and economic crimes committed during Liberia’s years of conflict and instability.
President Boakai said the initiative reflects Liberia’s obligation to combat impunity, uphold international humanitarian law, and promote reconciliation through accountability.
Anti-Corruption Court Plan
The proposed National Anti-Corruption Court is intended to strengthen Liberia’s ability to prosecute corruption-related offenses that continue to undermine public trust, economic growth, and service delivery.
According to the proposed legislation, existing judicial structures face challenges in handling complex corruption cases, making the establishment of a specialized court necessary for more effective prosecution and deterrence.
Expected Impact
President Boakai said passage of the bills would strengthen the rule of law and accountability mechanisms, enhance public confidence in governance institutions, address historical injustices and economic crimes, improve transparency in public administration, and align Liberia with international justice and anti-corruption standards.
The President has urged lawmakers to give the bills urgent and careful consideration in the national interest.
“These reforms represent a decisive step toward justice, reconciliation, and sustainable national renewal,” President Boakai stated.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to working with the Legislature, judiciary, and other national stakeholders to build a society anchored on justice, accountability, and peace.
