Liberia Rejects "Mob Justice" in Corruption Fight

Liberia's government says it will not rush corruption prosecutions to satisfy public anger. Information Minister Jerolinmek M. Piah defended the pace of new cases. He said the administration is committed to accountability. However, he insisted it must follow legal rules, not political pressure. The minister criticized what he called "4g-style" politics. This term refers to acting with the speed of a fast mobile internet connection, implying rushed, populist actions. He stated that proper justice requires due process, not haste. The comments respond to growing criticism. Some citizens say the Unity Party-led government is moving too slowly to prosecute corruption from previous administrations. Minister Piah's position is clear. The government wants convictions that are secure and based on evidence. This approach, he argues, strengthens the rule of law for the long term.