By Jacqueline Dennis
MONROVIA – The Liberian National Bar Association (LNBA), the umbrella body for all lawyers in the country, has formally congratulated Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, Sr., and Associate Justice Boakai Kanneh during a ceremonial seating held at the Supreme Court of Liberia on Wednesday, August 20.
Delivering a special statement at the event, Cllr. Bornor M. Varmah, President of the LNBA, described the appointments as a “moment of renewal” for Liberia’s judiciary, noting that the elevation of the two senior jurists was not merely a replacement exercise but a reaffirmation of the nation’s constitutional integrity and democratic strength.
“Today is a moment of renewal for our judiciary. It symbolizes the enduring strength of the rule of law in Liberia,” Cllr. Varmah said, addressing a packed courtroom that included government officials, members of the legislature, the judiciary, and the legal community.
Cllr. Varmah praised the new Chief Justice and the new Associate Justice for their long-standing service and legal acumen, expressing confidence in their ability to rise to the challenges of reforming and upholding the nation’s justice system.
“As you assume these revered offices, the people of Liberia look toward you for fairness, integrity, and the impartial discharge of duty,” he said. “The Bar recognizes the immense expectations of the Liberian people, particularly concerning delays in adjudication, public trust in the judiciary, and the need for transparent justice.”
He called on both justices of the Supreme Court, to prioritize ethical leadership, judicial independence, and access to justice as part of their legacies.
The ceremony marked the formal seating of Chief Justice Gbeisay and Associate Justice Kanneh, who were recently nominated, confirmed and commissioned to lead the country’s highest court. Their elevation follows months of anticipation surrounding the reshuffling of the Supreme Court’s Bench.
The seating was attended by key dignitaries including the Minister of Justice, members of the Legislature, judges of circuit and specialized courts, and former justices of the Supreme Court.
Meanwhile, Cllr. Varmah pledged the LNBA’s full cooperation with the Supreme Court in ensuring the continued protection of rights and the fair administration of justice in Liberia.
