Monrovia, Liberia – In a bold and impassioned move, Nimba County Representative Musa Bility has called on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to go beyond the current arson trial involving lawmakers and launch a full-scale audit of the Liberian Legislature.
In an open letter addressed to the President, Bility stressed that while the arson incident at the Capitol warrants serious legal attention, a far more significant and damaging issue looms: the alleged systemic misappropriation and abuse of public funds within both chambers of the Legislature.
“The alleged arson may cost this country one or two million dollars to repair,” Bility wrote, “but what of the millions perhaps hundreds of millions lost through abuse and misappropriation within the Legislature itself?”
According to Representative Bility, previous efforts to conduct an internal audit of the House of Representatives have been blocked, leaving no other recourse but to appeal directly to the President. He pointed to the Revised Act that established the General Auditing Commission (GAC), which empowers the President to order audits of any public institution, including the Legislature.
“This is your constitutional and moral responsibility. And this is your moment,” Bility urged, challenging President Boakai to take decisive action in the interest of transparency and good governance.
Bility is calling for a comprehensive audit of both the House of Representatives and the Liberian Senate, specifically targeting financial activities dating back to 2011. He contends that such an audit would not only uncover the misuse of public funds but also restore public trust and reinforce Liberia’s commitment to accountability.
The Representative acknowledged the political risks involved, noting that such an initiative could implicate current allies or expose uncomfortable truths. Nevertheless, he emphasized that true leadership requires making difficult but necessary decisions for the good of the nation.
“Audit the House. Audit the Legislature. History is watching,” he wrote.
Representative Bility also warned of the consequences of selective justice, arguing that prosecuting a few lawmakers over a $2 million arson case while ignoring broader financial corruption would undermine the credibility of the justice system.
“If you prosecute lawmakers over a $2 million fire but turn a blind eye to the systemic theft of public funds within the Legislature, then you confirm the fears that this trial is political. Then it will appear not as justice, but as vengeance,” he stated.
Bility’s letter concludes with a powerful appeal for leadership that prioritizes national interest over political convenience. He frames the audit as a historic opportunity for President Boakai to cement a legacy of integrity and reform.
As Liberia continues to navigate its democratic journey, this call for legislative accountability has sparked widespread public interest and is expected to fuel further national conversation around governance, justice, and institutional reform.
