Liberia: Acting Justice Minister Betty Blamo Set for Senate Confirmation Hearing Today

Acting Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Liberia, Cllr. Betty M. Lamin-Blamo

MONROVIA, LIBERIA — The Acting Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Liberia, Cllr. Betty M. Lamin-Blamo, is expected to appear before the Liberian Senate’s Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence on today, Monday, October 26 for her confirmation hearing following her appointment as Acting Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Republic of Liberia by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on September 10.

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By Augustus D.R [email protected]

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Cllr. Blamo was nominated on September 2 to replace Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh and subsequently appointed Acting Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Liberia until the return of the Liberian Legislature from its break.

As a seasoned legal practitioner with extensive experience in public service, Cllr. Blamo previously served as Solicitor General of Liberia during the administration of former President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf.

Her previous service at the Ministry of Justice provided her with valuable experience in government’s legal affairs and the administration of justice.

Cllr. Blamo has also represented the Government of Liberia(GoL) before the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja, Nigeria, contributing to the country’s legal representation at the regional level.

Cllr. Blamo is a graduate of the prestigious Louise Arthur Grimes School of Law at the University of Liberia and is recognized for her work in the legal profession.

Her anticipated appearance before the Senate Committee will provide an opportunity for lawmakers to assess her professional background, legal experience and qualifications for the position of Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Liberia.

As she awaits confirmation, Cllr. Blamo continues to serve in an acting capacity, bringing her experience in public service and government legal affairs to the leadership of Liberia’s justice sector.