An alleged severe corruption scandal is unfolding at the House of Representatives, centered on Representative Marvin Cole, Chair on Rules and Administration Committee.
This comes in the wake of investigation done by this paper, discovering that the Civil Servants Agency (CSA) is currently investigating a corruption scandal involving the fraudulent downsizing of 27 workers at the Capitol Building “under the mandate of Rep. Marvin Cole”, causing significant emotional, psychological, and financial distress for the affected workers.
The allegation emerged that Cole is involved in dubious financial practices that are causing severe distress among 27 staff members of the Legislature’s Central Administration.
Sources within the Central Administration Office have disclosed to Verity News that Representative Cole has reportedly engaged in unauthorized dismissals of staff, all done verbally and without the proper oversight of the Civil Service Agency (CSA).
These employees, whose monthly salaries range between $200 and $300, are said to be suffering from significant financial, emotional, and psychological trauma due to these actions.
The scandal deepens with allegations that Cole is fraudulently manipulating the payroll system.
It is claimed that he is doubling some workers’ salaries, only to return the original amount to the workers and pocket the difference.
Furthermore, sources allege that at the end of each month, Representative Cole allegedly sends an associate to the bank to collect the salaries of the laid-off workers.
This process supposedly allows Cole to skim additional funds from these salaries.
The affected workers are currently seeking intervention from the CSA to resolve the situation.
However, attempts to engage Representative Cole and other relevant officials at the Central Administration have reportedly been unsuccessful.
The CSA’s efforts to address the issue have been hampered by the reluctance of Cole and his associates to cooperate as they have refused to attend to call made by the institution.
The situation has caused widespread panic and discontent among the staff at the Legislature, who are struggling with severe financial strains.
The scandal highlights a disturbing trend of corruption and mismanagement within the Legislature, further exacerbating the already strained working environment.
Sources within the Legislature have expressed concern that Rep. Cole’s actions not only violate ethical standards but also undermine the integrity of the legislative process.
The Civil Servants Agency’s intervention is seen as crucial for rectifying the situation and ensuring that proper procedures are followed.
The alleged misconduct by Representative Cole poses a serious threat to the stability and credibility of the Legislative branch.
The situation underscores a broader issue of corruption and mismanagement that needs immediate and effective resolution to restore confidence in the Legislature’s operations.
The workers’ plight and the ongoing investigation by the CSA will likely be a critical test of the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
The outcome of this scandal will have significant implications for the governance and administrative practices within Liberia’s legislative framework.
As the investigation continues, the focus remains on ensuring justice for the affected workers and addressing the broader issues of corruption and mismanagement within the House of Representatives.
The public and the employees are waiting for concrete actions from the CSA and the government to address and rectify the alleged abuses.
The case serves as a reminder of the need for rigorous oversight and accountability within all branches of government to prevent such abuses and protect the rights of public servants.
