Monrovia – The office of House Speaker J. Fonati Koffa has pressed the Liberia National Police (LNP) for an urgent update on the ongoing investigation into the “illegal break-in and theft at the Speaker’s Office, which occurred on February 11, 2025.
In a formal communication addressed to Inspector General Gregory O. W. Coleman, Acting Chief of Staff Williette Payoudeh Cooper expressed frustration over the police’s silence nearly a month after the complaint was filed. She emphasized that the incident, carried out by members of the Majority Bloc, was not only unlawful but also widely publicized, raising concerns about the rule of law and the integrity of Liberia’s democratic institutions.
According to the letter, the unauthorized intrusion led to the removal of valuable government and personal property, including furniture valued at $50,000, Apple computers and other electronic devices, confidential government documents and office materials and personal belongings of the Speaker and his family, some of which hold great sentimental value
“The blatant disregard for legal procedures is alarming, especially as the incident was openly broadcast by members of the Majority Bloc. This further highlights the deliberate and unlawful nature of their actions,” Cooper stated in the letter.
The Speaker’s Office has urged the LNP to provide a detailed update on the case, specifically requesting the current status of the investigation and any findings to date, steps being taken to recover the stolen items and hold those responsible accountable, measures to prevent such incidents in the future, particularly concerning security at the Speaker’s Office.
Cooper assured the police of the Speaker’s Office’s full cooperation in ensuring a swift and impartial resolution but warned that the continued lack of response was deeply concerning.
“The Office of the Speaker remains fully prepared to cooperate with your office. However, the continued silence from the LNP is troubling. We urge immediate action,” she emphasized.
The letter concluded with a call for urgent communication from the police, with Cooper providing direct contact information for further discussion.
