The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) on 29th July 2025, hosted a high-powered delegation from the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), who are on a study visit to the ACC. The Liberian welcome event was held in the Conference Room at the ACC’s Integrity House, Tower Hill, Freetown. 

The engagement aimed at fostering collaboration and mutual learning between the two anti-graft institutions.

Declaring the purpose of the visit, the Vice Executive Chairman of the LACC, Ernest Hughes, noted that the historic and fraternal ties between Sierra Leone and Liberia as recently emphasized by His Excellency, President Brigadier (Retired) Julius Maada Bio at Liberia’s independence celebration necessitated such bilateral engagements. He reiterated that before embarking on any new institutional reforms, it was important for the LACC to begin with Sierra Leone, given the countries’ shared history and strong bonds.

Mr. Hughes stated that although the LACC was established in 2008, the current leadership, which assumed office in 2023, has been focused on revamping the institution. "As we explored options and engaged our partners, Sierra Leone consistently stood out as a place where we could learn immensely," he revealed.

He further expressed LACC’s interest in formalizing a twinning arrangement with the ACC, emphasizing that anti-corruption work is complex and that both countries could benefit from shared experiences and technical cooperation.

In his remarks, ACC Commissioner Francis Ben Kaifala welcomed the delegation and affirmed the Commission’s readiness to ensure the purpose of their visit is fully achieved. “We will ensure that your study visit yields the desired outcomes,” he assured, while instructing Directors present to provide full support to the visiting team, who will be engaging with the ACC throughout the week.

Deputy Commissioner of the ACC, Augustine Foday Ngobie, also assured the LACC delegation of the Commission’s openness to collaborate. “Be rest assured that our doors are open, and we will provide all the necessary support, including reviewing the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU),” he said.

The LACC delegation began their visit with a tour of various departments of the ACC, where they were introduced to the Commission’s strategies and methodologies in the fight against corruption.

The Vice Executive Chairman was accompanied by Vivian S. Akoto, Executive Assistant/Program Manager in the Office of the Executive Chairman, and John E. Tommy, Program Manager and Education and Prevention Officer.