MONROVIA, Liberia — Former Foreign Affairs Minister Dee-Maxwell Saah Kemayah and former Internal Affairs Minister Varney Sirleaf have reportedly been found guilty in the Saudi rice case, facing charges involving theft of property, economic sabotage, misapplication of entrusted property, abuse of office, and criminal conspiracy.
The case centers on allegations surrounding the handling of rice associated with Saudi assistance to Liberia. The reported verdict marks a significant development in the legal proceedings involving the two former government officials.
The charges concern alleged misconduct involving public trust and the management of property intended for a particular purpose.
Further details regarding the court’s ruling, the specific findings against each defendant, and any sentences or penalties had not been provided in the information available for this report.
The development is expected to draw renewed public attention to accountability, transparency, and the handling of humanitarian assistance in Liberia.
