
17/09/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 17, 2025
Senator Momo Tarnuekollie Cyrus Distances Himself from Recent LCU Board Resolution; Calls for Integrity and Transparency in Ongoing LACC Case
Monrovia, Liberia — Senator Momo Tarnuekollie Cyrus, Member of the Board of Trustees of the Lofa County University (LCU), has clarified his position regarding the recent Board Resolution surrounding the indictment of several university officials by the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC).
At a duly convened Board meeting of the Lofa County University, attended by a quorum of members, the Board resolved that officials of the University recently indicted by the LACC on allegations of corruption and other malpractices be recused from active duties pending the outcome of their ongoing legal matter before the 10th Judicial Circuit Court in Voinjama. This decision was made to safeguard the integrity of the institution and ensure that due process is observed without hindrance.
Senator Cyrus expressed deep concern that the resolution recently published by the University does not accurately reflect the deliberations or the decision reached by the Board. Notably, the published resolution contains no clause or provision requiring the recusal of the indicted officials—an omission the Senator described as “both troubling and inconsistent with the Board’s established commitment to accountability.”
“While I firmly uphold the principle that every accused person is innocent until proven guilty, it is equally imperative to adhere to sound administrative standards,” Senator Cyrus stated. “Officials facing serious allegations should step aside temporarily to allow for an independent and transparent process. This is critical for preserving public confidence in LCU and the credibility of our higher education institutions.”
Senator Cyrus reaffirmed his commitment to the values of transparency, accountability, and good governance. He called on the LCU administration to immediately correct the published resolution to reflect the Board’s true decision and urged all stakeholders to ensure that the University remains above reproach during this sensitive period.
Credit: Office of senator Momo Cyrus, VOL