Liberia’s President Boakai okays war, economic crimes court

Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Thursday signed an executive order establishing the office of a War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia. This, after both houses of the legislature passed resolutions to establish the court and bring about justice and reconciliation for crimes committed during Liberia’s long civil war. Addressing the nation Thursday, the president said the executive order signifies his government’s commitment to justice and the rule of law.