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Liberia: Senate Poised to Endorse Establishment of War Crimes Court

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The hopes of several warlords who continue to live with impunity are expected to be dashed by what may be seen as a robust decision that has dangled along the way for several years, as the Liberian Senate takes a major decision today, Tuesday, April 9, on the establishment of War and Economics Crimes Court at its regular session.

Monrovia —

Senate Lawrence displayed snapshots of several members of the upper house signing a document that is believed to be a hint of their approval to establish the court, long craved by victims of the Liberian civil crisis, who still see their predators, most of whom are enjoying public offices, noting that there is a need to end the culture of impunity.

In her Facebook post, she noted:"The public is invited to follow the Senate session tomorrow, Tuesday, April 9, 2024, as a major decision will be taken on calls for the establishment of thr war and economic crimes court. The public can be assured that just as they are concerned and interested in ending the culture of impunity in Liberia, Senators are also interested in ending what has been a long-standing issue of impunity, but have been keen on taking the appropriate steps.FrontPageAfrica has not gathered how many of these senators are taking a position on the establishment of the court, as rumors have it that Senator Prince Y.

 

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