Monrovia – Liberian lawmaker Rep. Musa Bility has strongly criticized the latest re-arrest of his son, Peach Bility, who was detained on Tuesday.
By Selma Lomax, [email protected]
In a Facebook submit following the arrest, Rep. Bility voiced issues that the choice to re-arrest his son was politically motivated, stating that Peach had met all authorized necessities, together with reporting to authorities weekly for the previous three months.
“My son has remained in Liberia, reported as required, and fully cooperated with the authorities,” Rep. Bility acknowledged. “The essence of bail is to ensure that the accused does not abscond or evade justice. My son has done neither.”
While acknowledging the decide’s authority, Rep. Bility questioned whether or not the ruling was primarily based on authorized grounds or influenced by exterior pressures.
He made it clear that he wouldn’t intervene with the authorized course of however condemned what he described as political manipulation inside the justice system.
“Justice must be impartial, free from political influence or personal vendettas,” Rep. Bility emphasised, sustaining his son’s innocence within the face of narcotics-related prices.
Rep. Bility additionally raised issues in regards to the nation’s justice system, significantly its dealing with of drug trafficking circumstances. He criticized the failure to carry accountable these high-level people and networks concerned within the unlawful drug commerce, whereas younger individuals like his son are sometimes scapegoated.
“I have long been an advocate for stronger drug prevention and rehabilitation programs in Liberia,” Rep. Bility continued. “I call on the Ministry of Justice and all relevant authorities to uphold the principles of fairness and impartiality. The justice system should not be used as a political weapon.”
Rep. Bility, in the meantime, inspired his son to stay sturdy and reaffirming the household’s dedication to securing a good trial. He additionally known as on the Liberian public to remain vigilant and demand accountability for not solely these prosecuted but additionally the highly effective figures who facilitate the drug commerce.
“We will use this moment to redouble our efforts in the fight for justice, fairness, and a Liberia free from the scourge of drugs,” he stated.