Liberia: Capitol Fire – Investigative Process Under Scrutiny Amid Political Tensions

Monrovia — The fire that devastated Liberia’s historic Capitol Building on December 18, 2024, has sparked an array of public debates and controversies over the ongoing investigation by the Liberia National Police (LNP) and the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS). As the nation grapples with the aftermath of this incident, questions surrounding the integrity, capacity, and transparency of the investigation continue to dominate public discourse.

The Incident and Its Context

The December 18 fire…