Abuja, Nigeria – The Executive Chairperson of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), Cllr. Alexandra Kormah Zoe, has been re-elected as Vice President of the Network of Anti-Corruption Institutions in West Africa (NACIWA).
The re-election occurred on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, during the closing session of NACIWA’s 7th Annual General Assembly in Abuja, Nigeria. Cllr. Zoe’s mandate was renewed by unanimous consensus, a decision that assembly participants attributed to her demonstrated leadership, integrity, and unwavering commitment to bolstering the fight against corruption across the region.
The high-level gathering, which assembled the heads of anti-corruption bodies from all member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), culminated in a significant step towards regional integration. The Assembly formally ratified the ECOWAS Guidelines on Borderless Investigations, Asset Tracing, Recovery, and Management. This landmark framework is designed to dismantle jurisdictional barriers that often hamper anti-graft efforts, and NACIWA is now calling on all member states to integrate these guidelines into their national legal systems to ensure a harmonized and effective implementation.
In a final communiqué, the Assembly reaffirmed its foundational commitment to key international and regional treaties, including the 2001 ECOWAS Protocol on the Fight Against Corruption, the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), and the African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption. The body placed a strong emphasis on enhancing cooperation in critical areas such as asset recovery, mutual legal assistance, and the sharing of financial intelligence between member states.
Held concurrently with the 50th Anniversary of ECOWAS, the Assembly was framed as a symbol of renewed regional solidarity. The proceedings urged all national institutions to domesticate and operationalize the ECOWAS Protocol within their own frameworks, thereby aligning national agendas with broader regional objectives for a united front against corruption.
The opening ceremony was graced by His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who delivered a powerful address. President Tinubu called on ECOWAS to formally designate resource theft, illegal mining, and mineral smuggling as international crimes, highlighting the severe threat these illicit activities pose to the region’s stability and economic development. The Assembly expressed its profound appreciation for President Tinubu’s support and for officially declaring the event open.
Further signaling the network’s expansion, NACIWA welcomed new member institutions, including the Code of Conduct Bureau of Nigeria and CPC Cabo Verde, into its fold. The Assembly also underscored the indispensable role of civil society organizations, youth groups, and media networks in sustaining public advocacy and participation in the anti-corruption fight.
Cllr. Zoe’s re-election is seen as a proud moment for Liberia, solidifying the LACC’s reputation as a key player in shaping anti-corruption policy and fostering cross-border collaboration in West Africa. Her continued leadership in this regional role is expected to strengthen Liberia’s capacity to combat graft through enhanced international partnerships and shared expertise.
