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ADNews-MONrovia, Liberia: A report reaching Afric Daily Newspaper suggests that the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has invited the Acting Director General of the Bureau of State Enterprises (BSE), Varlee F. Sanor, for questioning over alleged financial improprieties.
By Contributing Writer
This latest development comes just weeks after President Joseph N. Boakai suspended BSE Director General Arthur Massaquoi following reports of corruption, mismanagement, and administrative malpractice.
The President noted at the time that his decision was intended to protect the integrity of the LACC’s investigation into Massaquoi’s alleged dealings.
But now, a fresh storm has erupted around Massaquoi’s deputy and replacement, Acting DG Sanor, who has been accused of breaching presidential directives and engaging in questionable transactions since assuming office.
A whistleblower, in a strongly worded August 26, 2025 communication to the President, accused Sanor of awarding contracts illegally, engaging in nepotism, and colluding with the Civil Service Agency (CSA) to irregularly process employment documents for individuals of personal interest.
Among the allegations, Sanor is said to have awarded a consultancy deal to Everest Company, a firm reportedly blacklisted by the Internal Audit Agency (IAA).
He is also accused of paying USD 2,100 for a 14-day SUV rental from a relative’s car business, raising fresh questions about conflicts of interest and abuse of authority.
As the Bureau plays a critical role in overseeing state-owned enterprises, many of which manage strategic national assets, prolonged leadership instability and corruption allegations could derail reform efforts and tarnish Liberia’s international image.
As Sanor prepares to face LACC investigators, questions remain about whether President Boakai will take immediate executive action or await the outcome of the probe.
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