Monrovia, June 25 -- Magistrate Ben Barco of the Monrovia City Court has reserved ruling until Thursday in the bond justification hearing involving former House Speaker Cllr. J. Fonati Koffa and three other lawmakers, all charged with arson in connection to the December 2024 fire at the Capitol Building.

By Victoria G. Wesseh

The property valuation bond, filed to secure their release from prison, was submitted by Joanna Janet Koffa, one of the daughters of the former Speaker. The bond, valued at over US$80,000, is reportedly co-owned by her and her elder sister, Marjan Mona Koffa.

During Tuesday's hearing, Magistrate Barco reserved his decision after listening to legal arguments from both the prosecution and defense regarding the legi...