“Disaster Victims Call for Suspension of NDMA Director Amidst Alleged Corruption Scandal”

Monrovia, Liberia: The Concerned Disaster Victims of Liberia have raised serious allegations of corruption against Ansu Dulleh, the Executive Director of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA). The victims, in a bold statement, have called for investigations into Dulleh’s alleged financial mismanagement, urging President Joseph Boakai to suspend the Executive Director during the inquiry. Their concerns come after claims of improper handling of disaster relief funds meant for those affected by crises in Liberia.

The Allegations of Mismanagement and Corruption

The victims have accused Dulleh of misreporting his predecessor’s achievements while failing to distribute vital disaster relief funds. Despite the government’s allocation of over US$740,000 for disaster relief in the 2024 budget, none of the funds were reportedly distributed to the victims. In addition to this, a government allocation of US$100,000 for emergency responses and US$500,000 for flood relief was not effectively utilized, leaving disaster victims without help.

Dolleh  salary, which amounts to over US$7,000, has raised concerns about his priorities and alleged misuse of public funds.

 The Call for Suspension of ED Ansu Dolleh

In their statement, John Weah, Chairman of the Concerned Disaster Victims, has expressed frustration with the failure of the NDMA to deliver on disaster response promises. The victims strongly support the ongoing investigations by the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) and the General Auditing Commission (GAC). They are calling on President Boakai to suspend Dulleh from his post while these investigations unfold, with the aim of restoring public trust in the NDMA and the government’s disaster management efforts.

Fake Financial Reports and Alleged Cover-Up

In a damning revelation, the victims exposed the Executive Director’s alleged falsification of financial records for Fiscal Year 2024. Dulleh, in his reports, claimed to have procured relief items, including rice, to distribute to disaster victims. However, after the allegations were raised, Dulleh allegedly rushed to procure 1,000 bags of rice, and an invoice for the transaction was leaked. The invoice revealed the truck that delivered the rice to the NDMA office on March 18, 2025, with license plate C41554.

 Renovation Claims and Misuse of Funds

Dolleh was also accused of misreporting a roof renovation project in 2024, claiming it had already been completed. However, evidence suggests that the roof renovation work only began after the LACC and GAC initiated their investigations. The victims have attached evidence showing this clear discrepancy in Dulleh’s reports.

Under Investigation: A Pattern of Deception

Both the LACC and the GAC have placed Dulleh under investigation for financial mismanagement, with the Liberian Senate also reportedly probing his actions. Dulleh allegedly made false claims regarding various projects in his 2024 financial reports, attributing achievements that were already completed by his predecessors to himself. In addition, the investigations uncovered several irregularities, including stock diversion, ghost deliveries, falsified waybills, inflated prices, missing supplies, and untraceable beneficiaries.

Disputed Vehicle Purchases

Another major point of contention involves Dolleh claim of purchasing two brand-new “17-seater Force Traveller buses” for US$40,500 each. According to the attached invoice, these buses were allegedly purchased as 2025 models. However, the victims’ investigation found that the buses were actually 2023 models, not new as Dulleh had claimed. Photographic evidence showing the 2023 model under the driver’s seat was also provided, proving that Dulleh intentionally misrepresented the details to the public. In comparison, other government agencies like the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications and the Oilers Sports Association had purchased similar buses for a lower price of US$28,000 each.

With overwhelming evidence of corruption, the Concerned Disaster Victims are demanding that ED Ansu Dulleh be held accountable for over US$1.3 million in public funds. As investigations continue with the LACC, GAC, and the Senate, the victims are determined to see justice served. The group is calling on President Boakai to take swift action and suspend Dulleh to prevent further damage to public trust.

“We will not stand by as our people are robbed. If you steal from the Liberian people, we will come after you,” said Chairman John Weah.

The victims are committed to ensuring that the government addresses corruption at the NDMA and that disaster relief funds are used for their intended purpose — helping those in need.