Monrovia – The Supreme Court of Liberia has swiftly dismissed allegations made by journalist Charles Yates relating to the anticipated absence of Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene G. Yuoh from the upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA), calling the claims “unprofessional and disingenuous.”
By Selma Lomax, [email protected]
Yates, a well known public determine in Liberia, recommended in a social media put up that the Chief Justice’s absence would characterize a deliberate boycott of the SONA, sparking vital public debate.
However, Darryl Ambrose Nmah Sr., Director of Communications on the Supreme Court, shortly clarified the state of affairs. He defined that Chief Justice Yuoh was attending the Annual High-Level Meeting of Chief Justices and Presidents of Supreme and Constitutional Courts from Africa and the Middle East, held in Cairo, Egypt. The occasion, which takes place yearly, serves as a platform for judicial cooperation and dialogue between African and Middle Eastern authorized leaders.
In response to Yates’ inquiry in regards to the Chief Justice’s whereabouts, Nmah confirmed by way of textual content message that Chief Justice Yuoh was in another country for the convention.
Shortly thereafter, Yates printed his put up questioning the Chief Justice’s absence from the SONA.
“I find his post very disingenuous and a breach of my trust,” Nmah said, emphasizing that Yates’ insinuations had been each deceptive and unfounded.
The Supreme Court additionally pressured the significance of correct and accountable reporting, notably on the subject of public officers. The court docket’s swift rebuttal goals to dispel any doubts surrounding the Chief Justice’s skilled conduct and her dedication to her duties.