MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has indicted former and current presidents of the Lofa County University and others for alleged acts of massive corruption.
Those indicted include Dr. Issac Podah, Dr. Samuel Ngamia, Rev. Victor Padmore, Madam Annie Flomo, Anthony Crayton, and Peter Taylor, among others.
In a release, the LACC said its indictment stemmed from evidence provided, following a comprehensive investigation into financial irregularities at the University.
The release added that those officials allegedly embezzled approximately 410 thousand US Dollars and 13.3 million Liberian Dollars.
Meanwhile, the 10th Judicial Circuit in Lofa County has also charged the indicted officials with economic sabotage, theft of property, and misapplication of entrusted property.
Other charges range from criminal conspiracy, conflict of interest, and abuse of office for private gain.
According to the release, the actions of the defendants violate provisions of the Public Financial Management Act for public officials.