James T. BrooksMonrovia – Criminal Court ‘A’ has ordered the Clar Hope Foundation to turn over its financial and administrative records to the Asset Recovery and Property Retrieval Taskforce (AREPT) within one week. In his opinion, Judge Willie addressed the foundation’s primary argument that producing these documents would violate constitutional protections against self-incrimination. Judge Willie reasoned that Mr. Gbamie, in his capacity as General Manager, serves as a “third-party” custodian of records rather than the principal subject of the investigation. Banks III, Judge Willie emphasized that statutory laws recognize limits on individual rights when necessary for the protection and survival of the state’s legal framework. AREPT is currently investigating alleged financial improprieties and the possible misuse of public resources connected to the establishment of the Clar Hope Foundation.

Source: GNN Liberia February 25, 2026 14:42 UTC