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Wesley S. Jlue vs Republic of Liberia (02/12/2026) 0

2026 Opinions / Justice Wolokollie / Recent Decisions

12 Feb, 2026

Wesley S. Jlue vs Republic of Liberia (02/12/2026)

This case is before the Honorable Supreme Court of Liberia on appeal for review of the conviction of the appellant in Criminal Court “C”, Montserrado County.
On the 9th Day of January, A.D. 2015, the trial court adjudged appellant, Wesley S. Jlue, guilty for the crimes of theft of property and forgery, and sentenced him for an imprisonment term of five (5) years, in addition to restituting Three Hundred Fifty-eight Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-six United States Dollars and Twelve Cents (US$358,366.12) and One Million Nine Hundred Sixteen Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-five Liberian Dollars and Sixty Cents (L$1, 916, 495.60). The

Aaron S. Kollie et al. v. Republic of Liberia (02/12/2026) 0

2026 Opinions / Justice Clinton Johnson / Recent Decisions

12 Feb, 2026

Aaron S. Kollie et al. v. Republic of Liberia (02/12/2026)

This is an appeal from the final ruling of the Tenth Judicial Circuit, Lofa County, wherein the appellants, Aaron S. Kollie and Emmanuel W. Flomo, were adjudged guilty of the crimes of Murder, Criminal Conspiracy, and Felonious Restraint, while co-appellant Lamini Flomo was adjudged guilty of Criminal Conspiracy and Felonious Restraint. The appellants are now before this Court seeking a reversal of the final ruling of the trial court.
The certified records reveal that, following an inquest conducted by the County Coroner of Lofa County, which confirmed the death of Madam Moiyongor Keleko and attributed the cause of death to

Chief Justice Gbeisay, Sr. Inspires Judges to Share knowledge, Strengthen Skills, and Promote Continuous Learning 0

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28 Jan, 2026

Chief Justice Gbeisay, Sr. Inspires Judges to Share knowledge, Strengthen Skills, and Promote Continuous Learning

Monrovia, Liberia –The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia His. Honor Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, Sr. has officially launched a weeklong Peer-to-Peer Judicial Training initiative in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, inspiring Circuit and Specialized Courts’ judges to share knowledge, strengthen skills, and embrace continuous learning in judicial practice.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, January 27, 2026, Chief Justice Gbeisay, Sr. emphasized that judges fall into three categories—expert, middle-level, and beginner—and that ongoing training is essential to bridge gaps and ensure consistency across the judiciary. He described the legal profession as “an academic profession,” stressing that success in

Judiciary Branch of Government Honors About Sixty (60) Retired Employees for Dedicated and Professional Services 0

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26 Jan, 2026

Judiciary Branch of Government Honors About Sixty (60) Retired Employees for Dedicated and Professional Services

Retirement from a very long professional career can evoke mixed emotions; from excitement and relief to anxiety and uncertainty. While some anticipate the freedom and new opportunities, other grapple with the loss of identity, routine, and social connections associated with their careers. It is a common experience of both anticipation for the future and apprehension about the unknown.
For the sixty (60) retired employees of the Judiciary Branch of Government, retirement is a prospect of a less stressful life, more leisure time, and the ability to pursue personal interest.
Cllr. William B. Kollie, Sr. Court Administrator of the Supreme Court of

President Joseph N. Boakai, Sr. Commissioned Several Judges 0

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21 Jan, 2026

President Joseph N. Boakai, Sr. Commissioned Several Judges

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at a remarkable occasion marking the commissioning of several judges of the Judiciary Branch of Government, His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has called for an impartial and firm justice system, guided by nothing else but the law.

President Boakai in remarks at the commissioning ceremony held in the Executive Mansion informed the judges that their duties are sacred; and the courtroom must remain a place where the weak feel protected and the strong are

Judiciary Honors Several Employees for Extraordinary Performance 0

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22 Dec, 2025

Judiciary Honors Several Employees for Extraordinary Performance

Judicial officers and staff play a crucial role in upholding fairness, integrity, transparency, and ethical standards; ensuring that the justice system functions effectively. They often face heavy workloads and emotional stress.

Honoring them is vital because it strengthens judicial integrity and boosts morale. Recognizing their contributions fosters trust, professionalism, and enables them to perform duties effectively.

It is against this backdrop, that the leadership of the Judiciary, on Friday, December 19, 2025, decided to organize a Year-End meeting with the staff of the Judiciary held at the Temple of Justice to honor and recognize judicial officers and staff from across

Republic of Liberia vs Afric Diam Company Inc. (12/19/2025) 0

2025 Opinins / Justice Kanneh / Recent Decisions

19 Dec, 2025

Republic of Liberia vs Afric Diam Company Inc. (12/19/2025)

The records before us reveal that the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), acting in its statutory capacity under the Revenue Code of Liberia, Title 36 of the Liberian Code of Laws Revised, conducted a tax audit of respondent covering the fiscal years 2011–2015. Following the audit, the LRA assessed the respondent with a tax liability amounting to US$2,517,535.51, comprising of penalties and interest.

The respondent objected to the assessment, and an administrative review was conducted, resulting in the confirmation of the tax liability of US$2,517,535.51 found by the auditors. Dissatisfied, the respondent failed to settle the assessed amount, whereupon the

Edwina Blackie v. Intestate Estate of Patrick Wolo Saryene (12/19/2025) 0

2025 Opinins / Justice Clinton Johnson / Recent Decisions

19 Dec, 2025

Edwina Blackie v. Intestate Estate of Patrick Wolo Saryene (12/19/2025)

The Supreme Court en banc has been called upon by the appellants, Madam Edwina Blackie and Mr. Napoleon Bobai, to review and make a final determination into an ejectment action, in which a unanimous jury verdict of liable was rendered in favor of the appellee, the Intestate Estate of Patrick Wolo Saryene and said verdict was confirmed on May 20, 2021, by the Civil Law Court “B”, Sixth Judicial Circuit for Montserrado County, sitting in its March A. D. 2021 Term, presided over by His Honor Scheaplor R. Dunbar.
A perusal of the records transcribed to this Court shows that

Arcelor Mittal v. Aggrevied Workers Union of Segal (12/18/2025) 0

2025 Opinins / Justice Gbeisay / Recent Decisions

18 Dec, 2025

Arcelor Mittal v. Aggrevied Workers Union of Segal (12/18/2025)

This appeal is before us from a ruling made by the National Labor Court Judge, His Honor Jospeh M. Kollie, granting the motion to strike filed by Marvin H. Smith et al., appellees herein against ArcelorMittal Liberia Limited, appellant herein.

The appellant has argued that the said ruling of the co-respondent Judge is erroneous and should therefore be reversed by this Court.

A review of the certified records before this Court shows that the appellees herein were employees of the appellant who, due to some disagreements about their demands with the appellant’s management decided to engage in a strike action

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