Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has acknowledged receipt of the Tribunal Report concerning Auditor-General Mrs. Lara Taylor-Pearce and Deputy Auditor-General Mr. Tamba Momoh.
In a statement issued today, 3 September, 2024, the ACC confirmed it has obtained the original report and is carefully reviewing the recommendations provided.
“The Commission wishes to inform the general public that it has received the original copy of the Tribunal Report relating to the Auditor-General, Mrs. Lara Taylor-Pearce, and Deputy Auditor-General, Mr. Tamba Momoh, and has also taken careful note of the recommendations contained therein,” the ACC stated.
The ACC emphasized that it would respect the constitutional role of the Sierra Leone Parliament in addressing the findings of the Tribunal before deciding on any further actions.
“The Commission will give deference to the Parliament of Sierra Leone to carry out its constitutional role and mandate, and thereafter, the Commission will decide on the next steps, relating to the specific issues referred to it in the Report of 29th May, 2024,” the statement continued.
The ACC reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to tackling issues of accountability and corruption across all levels of society.
“The ACC reassures the public of its continued resolve to address matters of accountability and corruption across all levels of society in Sierra Leone,” the Commission added.
The ACC’s response comes amid heightened public interest in the Tribunal’s findings and recommendations concerning the country’s top audit officials.
