MONROVIA, LIBERIA – In a decisive move on Monday, March 3, 2025, President Joseph Boakai called for an immediate investigation into the recent disappearance of three boys and the mysterious deaths of auditors. The President issued this directive during the first Cabinet meeting of the year, where he also addressed growing concerns about the government’s commitment to transparency and justice.
President Boakai instructed Justice Minister Cllr. Oswald Tweh to initiate a thorough investigation into these unresolved cases, which have sparked public outrage and raised skepticism regarding the government’s ability to pursue justice. Additionally, the President urged the Justice Ministry to review and investigate audit reports, signaling his administration’s determination to hold all parties involved accountable.
The announcement was part of a broader discussion on the government’s priorities for the year. During the meeting, President Boakai emphasized that his focus is on serving the Liberian people. “My priority right now is to serve the Liberian people. If your focus is on the 2029 elections, you may respectfully step aside,” he stated firmly.
The calls for an investigation into the disappearances and deaths have intensified, with many citizens demanding that those responsible be brought to justice. These cases, coupled with the President’s firm stance on prioritizing national issues over political ambitions, have further solidified his commitment to transparency and good governance.
It is important to recall that on October 17, 2020, Robert M. Blamo Jr., 29; Siafa Gbana Boimah, 34; and Bobby S. Gbeanquoi, 32, were reported drowned in a river in Fuama District, Lower Bong County, when the canoe they were allegedly riding capsized while returning to their homes. The three men had been contracted for a “piece of job” at the Oriental Mining Company, owned by Mr. Moses H. Ahossouhe (Proprietor of St. Moses Funeral Parlour) and Mr. Abraham S. Samuels. Mr. Ahossouhe reported that the three men drowned.
In a separate, disturbing development, auditor Emmanuel Barten Nyeswua, director-general of the Liberia Internal Audit Agency, was found dead in the yard of his residence around 2 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Additionally, two employees of the Liberia Revenue Authority were found dead in a car during the week of October 3, 2020. The victims were Gifty Lama, acting manager for tax services, and Albert Peters, assistant commissioner for audit. Both their spouses suspect foul play.
On October 4, 2020, another auditor from the Revenue Authority, George Fanbutu, died in a car accident while driving home from a business meeting. The police have stated that Fanbutu lost control of his vehicle and collided with another, leading to his death.
