Former Liberian Speaker Fonati Koffa and three lawmakers were released on bail Monday after spending three days in detention at Monrovia Central Prison. The $440,000 bond was posted by two sureties at the Monrovia City Court, allowing their temporary release pending trial.
The four officials face multiple charges, including arson, criminal mischief, and attempted murder, stemming from a 2024 fire that damaged sections of the Capitol Building. The incident sparked nationwide outrage and prompted a high-profile investigation. While the prosecution argues that there is credible evidence linking the accused to the attack, their legal team has dismissed the charges as politically motivated. Opposition groups have echoed this stance, calling the arrests part of a broader crackdown on dissent.
Legal proceedings continue, with the next hearing expected later this month. The case has drawn widespread public and international attention, with human rights advocates urging transparency and due process.
