President George M. Weah has extoled Liberia’s former Chief Justice, Cllr. Francis S. Korkpor, who’s exiting the submit in retirement for his exceptional service and countributions to the nation.
In his fairwell message Tuesday, September 27, 2022 through the official farewell program in honor of the outing Chief Justice on the Temple of Justice in Monrovi, President Weah mentioned Justice Korkpor has paid his dues, relationship way back to when he championed the reason for the poor and needy and when he represented the curiosity of the nation by his help for civil society and journalists.
“During his work at the Justice and Peace Commission established by the Catholic Church in the early 1990s to address human rights abuses and injustices in our society,” President Weah recalled, Cllr Kporkpor quietly however fearlessly made the case for justice and peace for all Liberians, however particularly for the underprivileged and the poor.
“Many times, his work brought him into conflict with some of Liberia’s past leaders, but he always remained steadfast to the cause of justice,” the Liberian Leader mentioned additional, including that Justice Korkpor’s report for nearly 20 years as a Justice on the Supreme Court bench has remained exemplary and excellent.
“He dedicated his time, first as an Associate Justice and later as Chief Justice, to seeing through key judicial reforms – as well as embarking on the development of major additions and improvements to court infrastructure throughout the country, thereby bringing justice closer to the people,” Dr. Weah identified.
“Our Little Secret”
The Liberian Chief Executive used the event to talk fondly of his youthful interplay with the outgoing Chief Justice – referring on to Cllr Kporkpor: “And now, on a personal note, I would like to inform this audience that Chief Justice Korkpor is no stranger to me. Papay, now that you are retiring, I am about to burst out our little secret. I am free now to talk, so now I’m talking. I took all these years to hide our secret.”
He continued: “I’ve recognized the Papay [elderly man] since 1986, some 36 years in the past. At that point, he was a severe I.E. supporter, and as I used to be a participant for I.E. He was a really type particular person to me. Many instances, throughout my faculty days, when it was tough, I used to go to his workplace, and he by no means failed me. Moreover, not solely was he very beneficiant to me, however by his recommendation and steerage, he turned a mentor to me, and a powerful father determine in my life.
“So, Papay, as you retire today, I can now tell the world that you are my Pa. I can go around you now, and associate freely with you. I know you are retiring now, but I am still your son, yeah? Now that you are leaving Government, I am still your son, yeah? So thank you, Papay, for everything that you have done for me. When times were hard, you were there. When times were good, you were still there. But what I enjoy most is the respect that we kept for each other. Respect and love.”
He mentioned despite the fact that Justice Kporkpor has retired, “I know that you are not tired. So l will continue to seek your wise counsel when needed”.
Commitment to Transparent Justice
In a associated improvement, President Weah has reiterated his Government’s dedication to the dispensation of justice and the safety of human rights the place the Judiciary is unbiased and strong.
“We are fully cognizant of the crucial role the Judiciary plays in the maintenance of our hard-earned peace,” the President mentioned. “Therefore, as we head to general and presidential elections next year, it is expected that you will continue to be of critical importance in our efforts to solidify our democratic credentials as a Nation.”
He referred to as on members of the Judiciary to endeavor to make sure that blind justice is finished to all and that they’d do effectively by relying “on the excellent foundations that have been laid by Justice Francis Korkpor and his colleagues during his leadership of this honorable Supreme Court”.
President Weah additionally mentioned probably the most elementary principle of Liberia’s authorized system is the assure of rights and freedoms, which makes the judiciary cardinal to the democracy my administration continues to attempt to consolidate.
“Over the past several years, we have been deliberate in this national project, as we endeavor to maintain the independence that this branch of government ought to have,” the President mentioned.
“I need to subsequently applaud your whole efforts on this regard, notably the person who we’re right here to honor right now, the outgoing Chief Justice of the Republic of Liberia, His Honor Francis Korkpo.
Meanwhile, President Weah has on the similar time appointed Her Honor Justice Sie-A-Nyene Gyapay Youh as Chief Justice of the Republic of Liberia.
President Weah made the appointment on September 27, 2022 following her affirmation by the Liberian Senate. Her appointment takes impact as of Wednesday, September 28, 2022.
In a communication formally notifying Justice Youh of her appointment, the Liberian chief mentioned, “I am pleased to advise that, based upon notification from the Honorable Liberian Senate of your confirmation of Tuesday, August 30, 2022, you are hereby appointed Chief Justice, Supreme Court, Judiciary Branch, Republic of Liberia, effective September 28, 2022.”
The Liberian Chief Executive prolonged his congratulations to Cllr. Youh and expressed belief in her potential to make significant contribution in her space of accountability “as we strive to move our country forward in a process aimed at enhancing peace, reconciliation and development”.
The new Chief Justice succeeds Justice Francis Korkpor who retired September 27, 2022, on age consideration in consonance with provisions of the Constitution of Liberia.
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