Solicitor General Fayiah Unveils 2026 Judicial Agenda, Reports 62% Conviction Rate
Abraham Sylvester Panto 
Monrovia, Liberia: Liberia's Solicitor General Augustine C. Fayiah has unveiled Liberia’s prosecutorial agenda for 2026 while presenting a comprehensive review of the 2025 judicial year to a gathering of prosecutors at the Ministry of Justice on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
The session convened County Attorneys from all 15 counties, specialized prosecution unit directors, and senior officials, marking a decisive moment of accountability and strategic planning for the nation’s legal framework.
In his address, Cllr. Fayiah reported that Liberia’s prosecution service recorded a 62 percent conviction rate in 2025, accompanied by the filing of over 300 indictments across the county.
“These figures are not just numbers; they reflect the dedication, resilience, and professional rigor of prosecutors who have served our people under challenging conditions,” he stated.
The statistics were presented as evidence of prosecutors’ professionalism amid resource limitations, high caseloads, and intense public scrutiny, underscoring the nation’s commitment to upholding the rule of law.
Beyond numbers, Cllr. Fayiah emphasized the human element of prosecution, acknowledging the dedication of legal officers who navigated complex cases, offered mutual support after challenging rulings, and maintained ethical integrity in all circumstances.
“I have seen you push through exhaustion. I have seen you encourage one another after difficult rulings. I have seen you stand for what is right, even when it was neither easy nor popular,” he said, highlighting the moral courage behind prosecutorial work.
Turning to the operational outlook for 2026, the Solicitor General issued a clear directive: prosecutors must prioritize “professional excellence over mediocrity.” He added, “Our mandate is to enforce the law consistently and with integrity. The New Drug Law will be a top priority, and every prosecutor must ensure its strict application.”
He called for increased collaboration and consistency across all counties to ensure effective judicial outcomes and enhanced public trust in Liberia’s legal system.
The year-end gathering coincided with the conclusion of the Ministry’s nationwide “16 Days of Activism” campaign, which Cllr. Fayiah cited as reinforcing prosecutors’ responsibility to uphold citizen rights and protect vulnerable populations.
“Justice is not confined to courtrooms. It extends into our communities, protecting citizens and ensuring accountability at every level,” he remarked, linking the campaign’s objectives directly to prosecutorial duty.
