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Liberia: Is Boakai Playing Games With Establishment of War Crimes Court?

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Since the signing of the resolution for the establishment of a War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia by members of the National Legislature, many continue to wonder as to why President Joseph NyumaBoakai is yet to sign the eight page-page document making it a law.

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The Liberian leader has repeatedly said the establishment of a tribunal to try those who committed crimes during the war years to account for their actions. He added,"We have decided to set up an office to explore the feasibility for the establishment of War and Economic Crimes Court to provide an opportunity for those who bear the greatest responsibility for war crimes and crimes against humanity to account for their actions in court."

Addressing Executive Manson Reporters, the Presidential Press Secretary, Kula Fofana said the President along with his team is reviewing the document forwarded to him by the Legislature.

 

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