MONROVIA, LIBERIA – The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has denied a request from Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, Chief Executive Officer of the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL), to reschedule her appearance for questioning over corruption allegations. The LACC insists Dennis must appear on Monday, February 10, 2025, warning that failure to comply could lead to her arrest.
According to Verity News, sources within the LACC confirm that Dennis had initially been summoned for February 6 but wrote to the Commission on that same day requesting an extension. In response, LACC Executive Chairperson Cllr. Alexandra Kormah Zoe stated that the investigation is time-sensitive and any further delay would not be tolerated. She instructed Dennis to appear at the LACC headquarters on February 10 at 11:00 AM, accompanied by her legal counsel.
The allegations against Dennis center on financial misconduct and corruption under her leadership at NOCAL between July and December 2024. Investigators believe she approved the purchase of a 2024 MG RX8 SUV from Cactus Motors for $75,000, despite the actual market value being $45,000. Reports suggest she conspired with the vendor to receive a $30,000 kickback, which she allegedly used to obtain another vehicle registered under her private company, Tanti Group of Company.
Additionally, Dennis is accused of unlawfully awarding a consultancy contract worth $585,000 to West Africa Geo-Services (WAGS) in violation of the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) Act and the Public Financial Management (PFM) Law. Of this amount, $300,000 was reportedly disbursed to the contractor without following due process.
Further allegations indicate that Dennis misused significant sums of money intended for NOCAL’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Instead of directing these funds toward their intended purpose, she allegedly funneled them into political activities benefiting her supporters in Montserrado County’s District #4.
With mounting scrutiny, the LACC has made it clear that any refusal by Dennis to cooperate will result in immediate legal consequences. The Commission’s warning signals a firm stance against corruption within public institutions, reinforcing growing concerns over accountability in the Boakai administration.
