By Stephanie M. Duncan
Monrovia-Deputy Labor Inspector General Darius Weamie has challenged those accusing him of illegally selling work permits to foreign nationals to provide evidence, dismissing reports linking him to an alleged US$50,000 deal as false and misleading.
Weamie made the statement Thursday during a press conference in Congo Town, following reports by several local newspapers alleging that he was under investigation for the purported sale of work permits valued at approximately US$50,000.
Rejecting the allegations, the Ministry of Labor official said he had never engaged in the illegal sale of work permits and accused those behind the reports of attempting to damage his reputation.
He maintained that his conduct in office has been guided by the laws and regulations governing the issuance of work permits to foreign nationals in Liberia.
Weamie also called on the public to exercise caution when consuming media reports, particularly those involving allegations of corruption and professional misconduct, urging citizens not to accept such claims without supporting evidence.
Despite his denial, Weamie said he remains prepared to cooperate with any legitimate investigation into the matter and provide clarification where necessary.
The allegations have drawn attention to the Ministry of Labor’s responsibility for regulating the employment of foreign nationals and ensuring compliance with the country’s labor laws.
However, the reports of an investigation and the alleged US$50,000 transaction have not been independently established in the information available for this story.
Weamie’s denial places the focus on whether evidence exists to substantiate the allegations and whether the relevant authorities will take further action.
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