MONROVIA – The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has confirmed that the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court in Lofa County has indicted Dr. Isaac P. Podah, President of Lofa County University, along with former President Dr. Samuel K. Ngamai and several senior officials of the institution, for their alleged involvement in acts of massive corruption.
According to an LACC press release issued on Monday, September 8, 2025, the indictment was handed down on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, following a comprehensive investigation into financial irregularities amounting to approximately USD 410,000 and LRD 13.3 million.
Those indicted include Dr. Isaac P. Podah, Dr. Stephen K. Ngamai, Vice President for Administration Mr. Catakaw, Board Chair Rev. Victor Padmore, Board Co-Chair Madam Annie Flomo, Administrative Assistant Mr. Anthony C. Crayton, former Comptroller Mr. Peter C. Taylor, and staff members Mr. Vamuyah Kanneh, Mr. Alieu Kamara, Mr. Amara Sheriff, and Mr. Moiseleekee.
The officials face charges of Economic Sabotage, Theft of Property, Misapplication of Entrusted Property, Criminal Conspiracy, Conflict of Interest, and Abuse of Office for Private Gain. The indictment cites multiple instances of financial malpractice, including the disbursement of public funds without documentation of work performed. In one notable case, a retreat budgeted at USD 3,350 was never held, yet a check was issued in the name of Madam Flomo with no record of repayment to the university’s finance office.
“These actions clearly violate provisions of the Public Financial Management Act, the National Code of Conduct for Public Officials, and the Penal Code of Liberia,” the LACC stated. “The Commission reaffirms its dedication to combating corruption and safeguarding public resources. We urge all stakeholders to support the judicial process and uphold the principles of integrity and accountability.”
The case now moves into the judicial arena, where prosecutors will seek to prove that the accused officials deliberately abused their positions, undermining public trust and weakening Liberia’s fragile higher education system.
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