Liberia's Senate orders investigation into Ministry of Public Works for awarding $21m contracts without legislative approval.

Liberia's Senate ordered an investigation into the Ministry of Public Works for awarding $21m contracts without legislative approval, allegedly violating the 2005 Public Procurement Act. The Senate Committees on Judiciary, Public Works, and Public Accounts & Audits are tasked with investigating and reporting back within one week. Senators argue that the ministry should not proceed with contracts until an approved national budget is passed.

April 19, 2024
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