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Liberia's trial begins for former finance minister accused of unauthorized $500K fund transfer, sparking national debate on corruption and accountability.
Jury selection has begun in Liberia’s Criminal Court C for the high-profile economic sabotage trial of former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah and four co-defendants, with nine of 15 jurors chosen by March 13, 2026.
The case centers on allegations that $500,000 and L$1.055 billion were transferred from the Central Bank to the Financial Intelligence Agency in September 2023 without proper authorization, with prosecutors calling it theft and citing admissions in court filings that the funds were spent.
The defense argues the spending was lawful under national security laws and presidential approval, claiming the expenditures were necessary during a turbulent period.
Public attention is high, with both sides exchanging sharp statements, and the trial is seen as a critical test of accountability in Liberia’s justice system amid widespread frustration over corruption and impunity.
El juicio de Liberia comienza para el ex ministro de finanzas acusado de transferencia no autorizada de fondos de $500K, provocando un debate nacional sobre la corrupción y la rendición de cuentas.