Monrovia, Oct. 21 -- Bomi County Senator Edwin Melvin Snowe, Jr. has called for an urgent, independent audit of local government spending in the county, citing allegations that some officials are spending county resources without adequate accountability and inflating contract values to facilitate possible kickbacks.

By Rodney D. Sieh

Speaking as the Liberian Senate resumed its legislative duties, Sen. Snowe told his colleagues that the implementation of the Local Government Act, passed by the Legislature, "raises serious concerns requiring our urgent attention." He said the allegations warrant an audit "to establish the facts and ensure appropriate action where wrongdoing is found."

The senator also urged the Legislature to revisit pro...