Supreme Court of Liberia Issues Landmark Decisions

The Supreme Court of Liberia has issued several landmark decisions in May 2026, addressing critical legal disputes and setting significant precedents in the nation's jurisprudence.

Varney Mambu Dennis vs. The Intestate Estate of James Morris

On May 21, 2026, the Court denied a petition for re-argument in an ejectment action, affirming the trial court's ruling that placed the respondent in possession of the property according to the metes and bounds of its deed. The petitioners contended that the Court ignored the issue of the trial court's denial of a motion for an investigative survey, which was deemed untimely filed.

National Contracting Company, Ltd (NCC) vs. Global Group of Enterprises, Ltd.

Also on May 21, 2026, the Court upheld the trial judge's ruling holding NCC liable in an action of damages for breach of contract filed by Global Group of Enterprises. The case stemmed from a sub-contract agreement, with the Court affirming the lower court's decision.

The Purported Living Bread Pentecostal Ministry vs. Living Bread Pentecostal Church Ministry

In a decision dated May 21, 2026, the Supreme Court addressed a dispute over church ownership, affirming the trial court's ruling in favor of the Living Bread Pentecostal Church Ministry. The case involved a petition for declaratory judgment regarding the rightful ownership of church premises.

These decisions reflect the Supreme Court's ongoing efforts to resolve complex legal disputes and reinforce the rule of law in Liberia.