President Boakai Suspends Monrovia’s School System Superintendent Over $808,000 Corruption Scandals

James A.S Momoh

Liberian President, Joseph Nyuma Boakai, has suspended the Superintendent of the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS), Mr.James A.S. Momoh, over two alleged corruption scandals totaling $808,650.

According to the Executive Mansion, the seat of government in Liberia, Mr. Momoh, is suspended “with immediate effect and without pay, pending the conclusion of a full and impartial investigation into allegations of administrative and financial misconduct.”

A statement signed by Atty. Kula Bonah Nyei Fofana, the

Press Secretary to President Boakai, said the suspension follows serious reports received by the Office of the President, including:

• The unauthorized procurement of 6,500 desks and chairs, valued at USD

357,500;

• Alleged kickback schemes involving MCSS personnel, as highlighted in a

report by the Financial Intelligence Agency of Liberia;

• A USD 451,150.60 contract signed on July 11, 2024, for laboratory supplies

and services—reportedly executed outside of established procurement procedures.

These allegations, according to the statement, “indicate a disturbing pattern of mismanagement and potential

corruption under Superintendent Momoh’s leadership.”

It says in line with the Government’s commitment to good governance, transparency, and the rule of law under the ARREST Agenda, the President has directed the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) and relevant government entities to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter.

Superintendent Momoh is further instructed to fully cooperate with the LACC and to immediately hand over all MCSS property and official documents in his possession to the Chairperson of the MCSS Board, Mr. John-Charuk Siafa, the statement added.

It noted that “The Government of Liberia remains resolute in protecting the integrity of public institutions and ensuring that those entrusted with public service are held to the highest standards of accountability and ethical conduct.”