The Tribunal Report on the suspended Auditor General, Lara Taylor-Pearce, and her Deputy, Tamba Momoh, has now been made available to the public, shedding light on the findings that led to their suspension

The report, which was presented to Parliament on friday by Deputy Minister of Justice Alpha Sesay, outlines a series of serious allegations against the two officials, marking a crucial step in the process that could result in their removal from office.

According to the Tribunal’s findings, Taylor-Pearce and Momoh were implicated in several breaches related to their handling of the 2020 Auditor General’s Report. The allegations include the inclusion of unjustified and unverified audit conclusions, improper third-party external confirmation of receipts, and the failure to conduct a thorough audit of the Freetown City Council’s financial activities for 2020. Additionally, the report highlights instances of conflict of interest and breaches of confidentiality, further intensifying the gravity of the accusations.

The Tribunal has also recommended that the Anti-Corruption Commission launch an investigation into the conduct of both Taylor-Pearce and Momoh. Moreover, it has called for the Constitutional Review Committee to consider establishing stronger mechanisms for the oversight and discipline of the Auditor General’s office

As the report is now in the public domain, it is anticipated that there will be considerable public and media scrutiny leading up to Parliament’s debate on the document, scheduled for October 31, 2024. During this session, Parliamentarians will vote on the recommendations, which could ultimately determine the fate of the suspended Auditor General and her Deputy.

Thus far, neither Taylor-Pearce nor Momoh has issued any official statements in response to the Tribunal’s findings.

Download the Reort Here;

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