Speaker Koon Backs Passage of WECC, NACC Bills-Stresses Accountability and Justice

MONROVIA – The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Richard Nagbe Koon, has affirmed his unwavering commitment to the passage of the draft laws establishing the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC) and the National Anti-Corruption Court (NACC), emphasizing the importance of accountability and justice in Liberia.

Speaker Koon made the commitment during a meeting with the Executive Director of the Office for the Establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court for Liberia, Dr. Cllr. Jallah A. Barbu. at his Capitol Building Office.

During the meeting, Speaker Koon expressed explicit confidence in the work of OWECC-L in executing its mandate and underscored the significance of the two draft legislations in strengthening Liberia’s democratic institutions, promoting transparency, and ensuring that individuals are held accountable for actions that undermine national peace, justice, and development.

“The passage of both the War and Economic Crimes Court Bill and the National Anti-Corruption Court draft law remains a national priority,” Speaker Koon stated.

The Speaker further noted that the establishment of the WECC represents a critical step toward addressing longstanding issues of impunity, while the strengthening of the NACC framework will reinforce the country’s fight against corruption and misuse of public resources.

For his part, Dr. Barbu expressed appreciation to Speaker Koon for his leadership and willingness to champion the legislative process. He pledged the Office’s readiness to collaborate closely with the

leadership of the House to ensure the smooth and timely passage of both draft acts.

“We are encouraged by the Speaker’s commitment and look forward to working with the leadership of the House to advance these historic legislations,” Dr. Barbu said.

Speaker Koon’s endorsement follows a similar commitment earlier expressed by Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah, who also pledged his support to the ongoing process aimed at establishing accountability mechanisms in Liberia.

The continued support from the leadership of the House of Representatives signals growing legislative momentum toward the realization of the WECC and NACC, both of which are widely viewed as essential instruments in promoting justice, reconciliation, integrity, and good governance in Liberia.

Monrovia, Liberia – May 20, 2026 – The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Richard Nagbe Koon, has affirmed his unwavering commitment to the passage of the draft laws establishing the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC) and the National Anti-Corruption Court (NACC), emphasizing the importance of accountability and justice in Liberia.

Speaker Koon made the commitment during a meeting with the Executive Director of the Office for the Establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court for Liberia, Dr. Cllr. Jallah A. Barbu. at his Capitol Building Office.

During the meeting, Speaker Koon expressed explicit confidence in the work of OWECC-L in executing it’s mandate and underscored the significance of the two draft legislations in strengthening Liberia’s democratic institutions, promoting transparency, and ensuring that individuals are held accountable for actions that undermine national peace, justice, and development.

“The passage of both the War and Economic Crimes Court Bill and the National Anti-Corruption Court draft law remains a national priority,” Speaker Koon stated.

The Speaker further noted that the establishment of the WECC represents a critical step toward addressing longstanding issues of impunity, while the strengthening of the NACC framework will reinforce the country’s fight against corruption and misuse of public resources.

For his part, Dr. Barbu expressed appreciation to Speaker Koon for his leadership and willingness to champion the legislative process. He pledged the Office’s readiness to collaborate closely with the

leadership of the House to ensure the smooth and timely passage of both draft acts.

“We are encouraged by the Speaker’s commitment and look forward to working with the leadership of the House to advance these historic legislations,” Dr. Barbu said.

Speaker Koon’s endorsement follows a similar commitment earlier expressed by Deputy Speaker Thomas Fallah, who also pledged his support to the ongoing process aimed at establishing accountability mechanisms in Liberia.

The continued support from the leadership of the House of Representatives signals growing legislative momentum toward the realization of the WECC and NACC, both of which are widely viewed as essential instruments in promoting justice, reconciliation, integrity, and good governance in Liberia.