Monrovia, Liberia – July 5, 2025
In a dramatic move that signals Liberia’s anti-corruption fight is gaining teeth, the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has formally requested the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) to enforce a temporary travel ban on nearly two dozen high-profile individuals suspected of financial crimes.
In a letter dated July 1, 2025, and signed by LACC Executive Chairperson Alexandra Kormah Zoe, the Commission cited advanced-stage investigations into “serious acts of corruption and financial misconduct,” prompting urgent action to prevent suspects from fleeing Liberia’s jurisdiction. The LACC asked LIS to flag the named individuals at all border points, seaports, and airports across the country.
The list of “Persons of Interest,” spans several key government sectors and includes both current and former officials.
Targeted Institutions & Individuals
🔹 Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA)
- Edwina G. Zackpah, former Chairperson
- Maria Harrison, former Chairperson
- Israel M. Akinsaya, former Commissioner
- Ivan G. Brown, former Commissioner
- Zotawon B. Titus, former Commissioner
- Abdullah Kamara, ex-CEO of TAMMA Corporation
🔹 Liberia Refugee, Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC)
- Patrick T. Worzie, Executive Director
- Alice Fofana, Director of M&E
- Jeroline Koleh, Director of Humanitarian Affairs
- Joseph Wee, Computer Analyst
🔹 National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL)
- Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, CEO
- Richmond Jallah, Comptroller
- Kendrick M. Massaquoi, IT Technician, MOT
🔹 Gbarpolu “Yellow Machine” Scandal
- Sam K. Zinnah, Superintendent, Gbarpolu County
- Omaru T. Sheriff, CEO, City Lion Incorp.
- J. S. Keyah Sahn, Superintendent, GPMC
- Anthony Yorkor, Fiscal Superintendent, GPMC
- Robert Benda, Chairman, GPMC
No More Safe Havens for Looters
In its communication to LIS, the LACC emphasized that these restrictions are part of efforts to “draw up indictments in line with due process” and ensure that the rule of law is not undermined by strategic escapes. The travel ban is temporary, pending further legal action and investigations.
The LACC also copied the letter to the Minister of Justice, National Security Agency, Liberia National Police, and Financial Intelligence Agency signaling full institutional coordination in this anti-graft crackdown.
This move marks one of the most sweeping anti-corruption enforcement actions in recent Liberian history, and public response is expected to be strong as citizens await indictments and prosecutions.
Liberia watches. Accountability is knocking.
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