SUPREME COURT, MONROVIA – The controversial legal saga involving Justine Oldpa Yeazehn, widely known as Prophet Key, is set to resume tomorrow, Friday, February 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at the Supreme Court of Liberia. The case, which has attracted national attention, focuses on allegations of abusive conduct and public insults directed at the judiciary, particularly Chief Justice Yamie Gbeisay.
During the hearing, Prophet Key acknowledged his prior conduct, attributing his behavior to frustration, and assured the full bench of the Supreme Court that he would refrain from abusive language in the future. “I will not cuss again,” Prophet Key asserted, pledging to amend his behavior.
In court, Prophet Key directly addressed the two female justices on the bench, apologizing for his past remarks. “Our ma them, I’m sorry it will not happen again Ya,” he said. He further stated, “I have apologized to the Chief Justice, and moving forward, I will reduce my cuss. I told the court that they should forgive me; moving forward, I will put the ma cuss down.”
Attorneys representing Prophet Key appealed to the court for leniency, urging the justices to consider his apology and commitment to improved conduct. However, counsel for Chief Justice Gbeisay opposed the plea, insisting that Prophet Key should face disciplinary measures to safeguard the integrity of the judiciary.
Liberians note that the case has sparked broader public debate about accountability and respect for the rule of law in Liberia. Many argue that allowing public figures to continue making offensive remarks without consequence could erode respect for institutions and set a dangerous precedent.
Wilmot Paye weighed in on the matter, emphasizing the importance of a decisive ruling. “Regarding the ongoing Justin Oldpa Yeazehn saga, it is extremely important for the Supreme Court to make a decision that will ultimately end the growing waves of indiscipline in the country,” Paye said. “For God’s sake, this tendency has to end, and now! This will teach a powerful lesson and thereby bring relief.”
Paye further stressed that no individual should be allowed to use any platform, public or private, to hurl insults and offensive language. “There is no justification for deviant conduct and acts of barbarity in a deeply religious country. Liberia’s strong Christian, Islamic, and African traditions abhor such conduct,” he said.
He also urged the Supreme Court to act promptly, describing the ruling as a necessary measure to protect the younger generation from normalizing disrespectful and deviant behavior. “I therefore hope the Supreme Court will act promptly to insulate our kids against the growing waves of deviant conduct, which now appears to be the new normal,” Paye added.
The Supreme Court has reserved its ruling in the matter, signaling the seriousness with which it views the allegations. A final decision is expected during the session tomorrow at 11 a.m., which could set a strong precedent for how public insults and contemptuous behavior toward Liberia’s judiciary are handled in the future.
