Mysterious Death of Liberian Official Raises Suspicions
In a shocking turn of events, former Liberian Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah has been summoned by the country’s cold case unit to answer questions about the mysterious death of Emmanuel Barthan Nyeswa, the former head of the Internal Audit Agency (IAA). This development comes just one week after Tweah appeared in Criminal Court ‘C’ at the Temple of Justice.
Nyeswa’s body was discovered in October 2024 in his yard in Paynesville, a suburb of Monrovia. Initially, official reports suggested that he died after falling from his balcony, following a night out in Monrovia’s Congo Town suburb. However, lingering doubts about the circumstances of his death prompted further investigation.
Police Inspector General Gregory Coleman announced at a news conference that several persons of interest have been interviewed regarding the case, including notable figures such as Cllr. Norris Tweh, Dr. Emmanuel Wreh, and several others who were reportedly present at the JFK Memorial Hospital immediately following the incident.
In related developments, Criminal Court ‘C’ issued a Ne-Exeat Republica writ on October 1, 2024, effectively barring Tweah and other key figures from leaving the country. The court’s action comes after the Ministry of Justice expressed concerns that the accused might flee Liberia. The writ mandates the seizure of passports if the defendants attempt to leave the country and requires them to appear in court. If they attempt to leave without proper clearance and the court is closed, they are to be detained until court proceedings can resume.
The investigation into Nyeswa’s death continues, with many questions still unanswered. As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen what new information will come to light and whether justice will be served for the family and friends of the deceased.
