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flag Liberia's trial begins for former finance minister accused of unauthorized $500K fund transfer, sparking national debate on corruption and accountability.

flag 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. flag 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. flag The defense argues the spending was lawful under national security laws and presidential approval, claiming the expenditures were necessary during a turbulent period. flag 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.

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