MONROVIA, Liberia — The Office of the Chief Justice has warned the public about a fraudulent WhatsApp account and mobile money number being used to impersonate Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay Sr., describing the scheme as a calculated attempt to exploit the Judiciary’s reputation and defraud unsuspecting citizens.
According to the Office, unknown individuals created a fake WhatsApp account using 0887‑435‑460 and a mobile money number 0889‑592‑189, both bearing the Chief Justice’s photograph and identity. The perpetrators reportedly contacted several prominent Liberians, falsely claiming the Chief Justice’s wife was celebrating her birthday and soliciting contributions in her honor.
The scam was flagged after vigilant citizens contacted the Chief Justice directly to verify the requests.
Key clarifications from the Office of the Chief Justice
- The Chief Justice does not, and will never, solicit money from the public for personal, social, or official purposes.
- The Chief Justice’s wife’s birthday is in September, not January; no celebration or fundraising is being organized by the Office.
- The Chief Justice does not use Lonestar/MTN mobile numbers for official or personal communication. Any call, text, or WhatsApp message claiming otherwise is fraudulent.
- The Chief of Staff to the Chief Justice is Atty. Edwina D. Vakun. Any reference to a male individual named “Emmanuel Whapoe” as Chief of Staff or a Judiciary staff member is false.
- Any social media account, email, SMS, or phone call requesting money on behalf of the Chief Justice, his family, or the Judiciary is fake, criminal, and must be ignored and reported immediately.
The Office strongly condemned the impersonation attempt, noting that such actions undermine public trust and carry serious criminal consequences. It said appropriate steps are underway to document the incident and ensure that the perpetrators are identified and prosecuted in accordance with Liberian law.
The public is urged to remain vigilant and promptly report suspected fraudulent activity to the relevant authorities.
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