MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Anderson Miamen, the Executive Director of the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL), has publicly praised the Supreme Court’s recent decision on his official Facebook page. The Court ruled against the Unity Party-led government under President Boakai in four separate cases.
A Triumph for Good Governance and the Rule of Law
In his post titled “Supreme Court’s Latest Ruling Highly Welcoming: A Big Win for Good Governance and the Rule of Law in Liberia,” Miamen celebrated the Court’s decision as a significant victory for good governance and the rule of law in Liberia.
The cases involved tenured officials whom President Boakai sought to remove or force out of their positions. Miamen emphasized the importance of respecting the law at all times, regardless of who is involved. He cautioned against using unlawful and ill-advised actions to address any wrongs committed.
Calls for Lawful Removal of Violating Officials
While Miamen acknowledged the Code of Conduct violations by officials like Atty. Garrison Yealue, Chairperson of the Governance Commission, he stressed the necessity of their removal being conducted lawfully. He advocated for the establishment of the Office of the Ombudsman to handle such matters and ensure adherence to the law.
Miamen criticized President Boakai’s attempts to remove officials involved in the recent electoral process while appointing others who had similar involvements. He argued that even if the President’s appointees were not covered by the Code of Conduct at the time, it was still essential to handle the situation correctly to avoid further complications for the government.
Professor Wilson Tarpeh’s Court Case
Addressing Professor Wilson Tarpeh’s court case, Miamen questioned the rationale behind Tarpeh’s decision to go to court when he benefited from an unlawful appointment. He highlighted that this case also underscores the significance of good governance and the rule of law.
Leadership and Consultation
In conclusion, Miamen urged leaders to seek well-meaning advice and engage in consultations when making crucial decisions. He expressed optimism about the government’s next steps in lawfully addressing the removal of tenured officials who have violated the Code of Conduct and other related laws.
