Monrovia, Nov. 3 -- A US$425,000 procurement controversy involving three earth-moving machines purchased with funds from Gbarpolu County's Social Development Fund (CSDF) is drawing renewed scrutiny, with Senator Amara Konneh demanding a speedy trial and concerned citizens calling for Superintendent Sam K. Zinnah's recusal while the case remains before the courts.

By Augustus D.R Bortue-augustusd.rbortue@frontpageafricaonline.com

At the center of the controversy are allegations of financial misconduct, procurement irregularities and the supply of refurbished or substandard equipment instead of the brand-new machines expected under the contract.

The case, which reportedly has remained on the court docket for more than two years without a...