President Boakai Calls for Equal Access to Justice without favor Across Liberia

On August 13, 2024, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai traveled from Monrovia to Cestos City in Rivercess County to open the new 14th Judicial Circuit Court.

At the opening, Chief Justice Sie-A-Nyene G. Yuoh asked for more funding to help the judiciary work better. She said that while the judiciary is fighting corruption, it needs enough money to operate effectively.

Chief Justice Yuoh urged President Boakai to provide more funds. She promised that if the judiciary received proper funding, it would perform better, and if not, the President could hold them accountable.

She also mentioned that new court buildings around the country will include spaces for judges, cafeterias, and resource centers. However, the new Rivercess County Judicial Center, which cost over 1.6 million dollars, lacks some of these features due to budget limits.

Chief Justice Yuoh emphasized that the judiciary should receive its fair share of the national budget and not be treated as a lesser branch of government.

The judiciary facility that cost over 1.6 million united states dollar 

The Rivercess County Judicial Center was built during former President George Weah’s time in office, with Bittar Construction Company handling the project.

"Mr. President all we ask for is more support to the judiciary to work effectively and if more tool is available and the work is not done, I think you can hold us accountable" Chief Justice Yuoh Said

In remarks, President Boakai stressed the importance of ensuring justice accessibility to all citizens, regardless of their location. 

He reaffirmed the Executive Branch’s commitment to supporting the judiciary, noting that effective governance requires collaboration across all branches of government. 

“This dedication is more than just a building; it represents our commitment to improving governance and ensuring that justice reaches every corner of Liberia,” President Boakai stated.

The President called for stronger cooperation between the legislative, judicial, and executive branches to combat corruption and ensure the fair and equitable dispensation of justice.

Makimg remarks, President Boakai said that everyone should have access to justice, no matter where they live. He promised that the Executive Branch will support the judiciary and noted that good governance needs teamwork between all government branches.

He said, "This commitment goes beyond just building structures; it shows our effort to make governance better and ensure justice is available everywhere in Liberia."

The President also called for better cooperation among the legislative, judicial, and executive branches to fight corruption and ensure justice is fair for all.