Monrovia, Sept. 19 -- Court "A" Judge Roosevelt Willie is expected to rule next Wednesday, September 24, 2025 on a defense motion seeking an independent medical examination of former House Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa and his co-defendants, who are on trial for allegedly orchestrating an arson attack on government property.

The defense is claiming that the defendants, currently held at Monrovia Central Prison, were subjected to severe physical abuse, sodomy and psychological torture while in state custody.

To substantiate these allegations, the defense filed a motion requesting an independent medical evaluation.

However, the process has been marred by delay and disagreement.

Judge Willie initially ordered that the examination be cond...