The Nationwide Bar Affiliation has condemned assault on the house of Resident Circuit Choose of Legal Courtroom “A” Roosevelt Z. Willie, and different judges by unidentified individuals.
By Stephen G. Fellajuah
Monrovia, Liberia; June 27, 2025 – The Liberian Nationwide Bar Affiliation (LNBA), by way of its President, Cllr. Bornor M. Varmah has strongly condemned the current violent assaults on the residence of His Honor, Roosevelt Z. Willie, Resident Circuit Choose of Legal Courtroom “A” in Montserrado County, and different judges.
In an announcement issued on Thursday, June 26, 2025, signed by Cllr. Elisha T. J. Forkeyoh, Secretary Normal of the LNBA, the Affiliation denounced the incident as an “acts of gangsterism” that has no place in a civilized and democratic society. The LNBA stated such assaults are a direct assault on the independence of the judiciary and threaten public confidence within the rule of regulation.
“Judges should be allowed to hold out their capabilities free from intimidation, threats, or any type of affect, whether or not inside or exterior,” the assertion emphasised. “The independence and security of the judiciary are important to preserving the integrity of Liberia’s justice system.”
The LNBA is asking on the Ministry of Justice and all related state safety establishments to right away examine the assault and convey these accountable to justice. Moreover, the Bar urges the Liberia Nationwide Police to supply ample and everlasting safety on the residence of Choose Willie and lengthen related safety to all judges dealing with threats or intimidation.
The incident occurred within the late night hours of Wednesday, June 25, 2025, when a bunch of unidentified people, reportedly armed with machetes and sticks and using bikes, tried to forcibly enter the Choose’s premises. In response to credible accounts, the assailants have been solely deterred by the swift intervention of armed law enforcement officials. This marks the third reported assault on Choose Willie’s residence in current instances.
The Bar additionally expressed deep concern over studies that different judges have acquired related threats and skilled tried intrusions. Some have allegedly been focused by way of nameless textual content messages, meant to intimidate and intervene with their judicial obligations.
“The Authorities of Liberia has a constitutional and ethical obligation to make sure the protection of all residents, significantly these serving in high-risk public roles,” the assertion famous. “Choose Willie, given his position in presiding over high-profile prison circumstances, should be afforded enhanced safety immediately.”
The LNBA reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to safeguarding the independence of the judiciary and defending judicial officers throughout the nation. It known as on the general public to face in solidarity with the judiciary and to reject all types of lawlessness geared toward undermining Liberia’s justice system.
In a associated improvement, the LNBA prolonged heartfelt congratulations to Her Honor, Chief Justice, Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Yuoh, on the event of her seventieth birthday.
The Affiliation described the milestone as greater than only a celebration of age, however a testomony to a lifetime of integrity, service, and excellence within the administration of justice.
“The Bar acknowledges with deep admiration the invaluable contributions of Her Honor to the judiciary and the nation at giant,” the assertion learn. “As you mark this important chapter, we salute your legacy of principled management”, the assertion ended. Enhancing by Jonathan Browne
