Monrovia – Senator Nathaniel McGill has called for further investigation into the Liberia Revenue Authority’s (LRA) involvement in unlawful transactions, despite the resignation of Commerce Minister Amin Modad.
In a written statement, McGill acknowledged that Amin’s resignation was a necessary first step, but he insisted that it was insufficient to address the broader issue of legal violations.
McGill highlighted that the LRA violated the law by instructing Medtech to purchase a vehicle, a move that the Senate has condemned as a gross violation of the agreement between the government and Medtech.
In a report, the Senate recommended that the General Auditing Commission (GAC) conduct a full audit to determine the total expenses incurred by Medtech on behalf of the government.
The report also urged that Medtech be held accountable for repaying any government funds spent unlawfully.
The Senator emphasized that despite being fully aware of the breach, the LRA authorized Medtech to proceed with the transaction.
While Amin personally benefited from the deal, McGill stressed that both Amin and the LRA are equally liable for breaking the law.
“This situation is not just about Amin’s resignation. It’s about upholding transparency, accountability, and the rule of law,” McGill wrote. He warned that without proper enforcement of these principles, similar violations would continue, further eroding public trust in government institutions.
McGill’s call for action adds pressure on authorities to pursue accountability beyond Modad’s resignation, urging them to focus on the systemic issues within the LRA and its handling of the Medtech contract.
Senator McGill in 2022, while serving as Minister of State resigned from his post following a US Sanction on him and others for significant Public Corruption.
