The suspended head of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority vows here to protect her reputation in ongoing investigation linking her to alleged managerial and financial inefficiencies.
Monrovia, Liberia, February 14, 2025—The suspended Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NAFAA), Emma Metieh-Glassco, is standing firm on her stance despite the President’s suspension.
She emphasizes protecting her character but decides not to pursue legal action.
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr, on Thursday, February 13, suspended with immediate effect Madam Emma Metieh-Glassco as Director General of (NAFAA.
The decision followed a recommendation by the NAFAA Board of Directors, and it is pending further investigation by the Ministry of Justice and the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC).
In a communication to Mrs. Glassco, the President outlines the Board’s resolution, which calls for her suspension due to managerial and financial inefficiencies. This recommendation is in accordance with Section 3.9.2 of the Act that established the Authority.
Furthermore, the President references a communication from the Office of the Ombudsman, which recommended Mrs. Glassco’s suspension and investigation based on allegations of insults. This conduct, considered unbecoming of a public official, was reportedly exhibited during an official investigation meeting. The Ombudsman’s recommendation is based on Section 11.10 of the Code of Conduct Act.
President Boakai urges the suspended Director General to cooperate with investigations to address the concerns raised fully.
However, Madam Glassco is surprised by the allegations, especially considering the positive outcome of her last audit. The General Auditing Commission (GAC) gave her the second-best opinion and did not flag any financial inefficiencies.
“I am deeply concerned about the motivations behind the decision and the impact it has on my reputation”, she notes.
Glassco was speaking on OK FM on Thursday. She seems to acknowledge that authorities may need to do their job, but she’s drawing a line at what she views as a defamation of her character.
Her frustration stems from the potential harm to her reputation without clear evidence of wrongdoing.
She is determined to protect her integrity, especially when faced with serious accusations that she feels are being mishandled.
At the same time, Glassco commits to availing herself of the process and ensuring the allegations are thoroughly addressed. Her determination to clear her name shows she’s resolved not to let the matter fade without proper scrutiny.
The National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority has thrived under the administration of Director Glaasco, being one of the few institutions under the previous government that attracted over US$40 million from abroad as donors’ support. Press Release
