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AREPT was established by EO #126 Issued by H.E Joseph N. Boakai Sr. Initiate criminal prosecution on behalf of the Government of Liberia.
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to Identify and trace all of Liberia’s stolen and suspicious assets within and out of the borders of Liberia.

12/06/2026

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘

𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱

Monrovia, Liberia – June 2026 – The Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, has formally filed exceptions to the Criminal Appearance Bond submitted by indictee Nora Finda Bondoo and is seeking an order from Criminal Court “C” for her rearrest pending the filing of what it considers a legally sufficient bond.

The exceptions filed before the Court challenge both the adequacy and legality of the bond submitted on behalf of Ms. Bondoo. AREPT contends that the bond is grossly insufficient when compared to the value of the allegations contained in the indictment and raises concerns regarding compliance with applicable legal requirements governing criminal appearance bonds.

According to the filing, Ms. Bondoo was indicted along with several co-defendants on charges including Money Laundering, Theft of Property, Misuse of Public Money, Criminal Conspiracy, Forgery, and Criminal Facilitation. The indictment alleges the unlawful acquisition and laundering of assets and resources valued at approximately US$6.9 million and L$871 million.

AREPT further argues that the bond submitted to secure Ms. Bondoo's release does not provide adequate assurance of her continued appearance before the Court and has asked the Court to review whether all statutory requirements governing the filing, valuation, verification, and approval of the bond were fully satisfied.

The Taskforce is therefore requesting that the Court set aside the bond, order the rearrest of Ms. Bondoo, and require the filing of a bond that complies with all applicable legal requirements before any release is permitted.

AREPT emphasizes that its action is not intended to deny any individual due process or constitutional protections. Rather, the Taskforce maintains that all defendants must comply with the same legal standards and procedures established to ensure accountability and the proper administration of justice.
The matter is now before Criminal Court “C” for judicial determination.

AREPT remains committed to working in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice to ensure that corruption, money laundering, and asset recovery matters are pursued in accordance with the rule of law and due process.

𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵 𝗙. 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹𝘀
𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿, 𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗧
𝟬𝟳𝟳 𝟴𝟱𝟵 𝟴𝟮𝟴𝟲/𝟬𝟴𝟴 𝟴𝟰𝟭 𝟰𝟭𝟮𝟰

12/06/2026

🇱🇷🤝🇸🇱 Strengthening regional cooperation in Asset recovery efforts.

Today, AREPT Chairperson Cllr. Edwin Kla Martin, alongside Vice Chairperson Rannie B. Jackson and fellow members, welcomed the Commissioner of Sierra Leone’s Anti-Corruption Commission, Francis Ben Kaifala, to our office in Paynesville.

Following a productive closed-door engagement, Commissioner Kaifala and AREPT leadership interacted with members of the Liberian media, sharing insights on anti-corruption efforts, asset recovery, accountability, and regional cooperation.

🎥 Watch the full media engagement and hear firsthand the key discussions, experiences, and commitments aimed at advancing transparency, accountability, and good governance across our region.

09/06/2026

⚖️ Accountability is about actions, not affiliations.

As part of AREPT's ongoing public awareness efforts, Atty. Suzanne A. Johnson, Member of the Taskforce and Lead for Legal & Policy Support, reaffirmed a key principle guiding our work: the pursuit of accountability is based on evidence and the responsible management of public resources, not political considerations.

At AREPT, our focus remains on transparency, due process, and ensuring that public assets serve the Liberian people.

Executive Mansion-Liberia
Ministry of Information
Liberia National Police - LNP
Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission LACC
Ministry of Justice - Liberia

08/06/2026

🎙️ AREPT Monthly Awareness Series

As part of our ongoing commitment to public awareness and engagement, Atty. Suzanne A. Johnson, Member of the Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) and Lead for Legal & Policy Support, joined OK Morning Rush alongside our Public Relations Officer, Joseph Daniels.

The discussion focused on the Taskforce's work, the legal processes that guide asset recovery efforts, and the importance of public understanding and support in promoting accountability and transparency.

📽️ Watch the full interview to learn more about AREPT’s mandate and ongoing efforts to protect and recover public assets for the benefit of the Liberian people.

⚖️ Accountability | 📜 Rule of Law | 🔍 Transparency

05/06/2026

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘
𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗧 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗴𝘀' 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

Monrovia, Liberia – June 5, 2026 – Criminal Court “C” at the First Judicial Circuit, Montserrado County, has ordered an independent medical assessment of former Commerce Minister Mawine G. Diggs following her application seeking permission to travel outside Liberia for medical treatment.

The Court's directive comes after lawyers representing Ms. Diggs filed an application requesting authorization for her to travel to the United States for what they described as medical care. In response, the Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) and the Ministry of Justice filed a formal resistance, emphasizing that all available local medical options should first be explored and exhausted before overseas treatment is considered. The resistance further argued that any request for medical travel abroad should be supported by sufficient medical evidence establishing that the required treatment cannot be adequately provided within Liberia, while also raising concerns regarding the potential impact of such travel on ongoing judicial proceedings.

In the wisdom of the Court, Criminal Court “C”, presided over by His Honor Ousman F. Feika, directed an independent healthcare provider in Liberia to conduct a comprehensive medical assessment of Ms. Diggs and advise the Court. The Court further instructed that the assessment report be submitted within forty-eight hours of receipt of the communication.

The application arises from the Rural Women Empowerment Funds case currently before the Court. The matter involves allegations relating to the misappropriation of approximately US$493,669.38 and LRD$190,345,028.26 intended for rural women empowerment initiatives. Eight individuals have been indicted in connection with the case and are charged with offenses including theft of property, economic sabotage, misapplication of entrusted property, and criminal conspiracy.

AREPT welcomes the Court's decision to seek an independent medical assessment. The Taskforce maintains that medical travel abroad should be considered only after all reasonable local treatment options have been exhausted and where credible medical evidence establishes that the required treatment cannot be adequately provided within Liberia. AREPT remains committed to respecting the judicial process and ensuring that all matters before the courts are handled in accordance with due process, fairness, and the rule of law.

AREPT remains steadfast in its mandate to investigate, prosecute in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, and recover public assets for the benefit of the Liberian people while respecting the constitutional rights of all parties before the courts.

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱: ___________________________________
𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵 𝗙. 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹𝘀
𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿
𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲

29/05/2026

🎥 MEDIA ENGAGEMENT UPDATE

Today, our Chairperson, Cllr. Edwin Kla Martin, speaks to members of the media following Judge Feika’s rejection of the motion filed by MDMC in the Foreign Ministry renovation theft case.

⚖️ The Chairperson provided updates and clarity on the ongoing matter as investigations and legal proceedings continue.

27/05/2026

📢 MEDIA UPDATE | ONGOING INVESTIGATIONS

Our Public Relations Officer, Joseph Daniels, provides the media with updates on ongoing investigations and the work of AREPT.

26/05/2026

📢 Missed our recent media engagement?
🎙️ Here’s an opportunity to catch up!

Our Public Relations Officer, Joseph Daniels, joined the OK Conversation with Trokon Wrepue to discuss the important work and ongoing activities of the Taskforce.

✅ Learn more about the mandate, progress, and operations of AREPT.
📌 Stay informed. Stay engaged.

Executive Mansion-Liberia
Liberia National Police - LNP
Ministry of Justice - Liberia
Ministry of Information

22/05/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AREPT Reaffirms Commitment to Investigative Procedures and Due Process

The Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) reaffirms its commitment to the established procedures, protocols, and due process standards governing all investigations conducted by the institution.

AREPT states that its investigative procedures are designed to ensure professionalism, order, fairness, and the protection of the rights of all persons appearing before the Taskforce in connection with ongoing investigations. The institution emphasizes that these procedures are applied uniformly and without exception to all individuals, irrespective of status or position.

The Taskforce further emphasizes that all persons invited before AREPT are entitled to legal representation and the full protection of their constitutional rights throughout the investigative process. AREPT acknowledges the important role of legal counsels in advising and representing their clients during investigative proceedings and reaffirms its commitment to maintaining professional engagement with legal counsels.

At the same time, the Taskforce calls on legal counsels representing clients before the institution to ensure that their conduct and representation support the orderly advancement of investigative proceedings in accordance with the law. AREPT urges counsels and their clients to fully respect and comply with the institution’s established procedures and operational guidelines and to avoid actions that unnecessarily disrupt, delay, or undermine ongoing investigations.

AREPT emphasizes that its investigative process is not intended to be confrontational, but rather forms part of lawful procedures aimed at establishing facts, ensuring accountability, and upholding the rule of law.

The Taskforce assures the public that all individuals appearing before the institution for investigative purposes will continue to be treated with dignity, fairness, and in accordance with due process protections guaranteed under the laws of the Republic of Liberia.

AREPT remains committed to carrying out its mandate independently, professionally, and in the broader national interest of transparency, accountability, and the protection of public resources.

Signed: _______________________
Joseph F. Daniels
Public Relations Officer
Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce

21/05/2026

⚠️ MISLEADING: Tweah Did Not Spend Hours Waiting at AREPT’s Office

In this approximately 8-minute video extract from a 53-minute, 15-second live coverage by LNTV(https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FqPvwiSKq/?mibextid=wwXIfr), former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. and his lawyer can be seen at AREPT— THEY NEVER SPEND TWO HOURS AT OUR OFFICE.

At about the 2:52 mark of the video, the former Finance Minister and his lawyer are seen heading to the AREPT waiting room, where they were expected to be processed before being taken to the investigation room.

However, at the 6:53 mark — approximately 4 minutes later — Tweah and his lawyer were seen leaving the compound after refusing to comply with established security protocols.

Therefore, at no point did Tweah and his team spend “hours” at AREPT awaiting investigation.

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Ministry of Information
Ministry of Justice - Liberia
Liberia National Police - LNP

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