Monrovia, January 21, 2026 — The Clar Hope Foundation, a charitable organization founded by former First Lady Clar Marie Weah, has filed a Motion to Quash a court process issued by Criminal Court “A,” challenging what it describes as an unlawful and procedurally flawed action linked to investigations by the Government of Liberia’s Asset Recovery Team.
In a press statement released Tuesday, the Foundation said its decision to seek judicial relief should not be interpreted as an effort to conceal information or evade accountability. Instead, it emphasized that the move is rooted in its commitment to transparency, legality, and respect for the rule of law.
According to the Foundation, the court order compels it to participate in what it characterizes as a “fishing expedition” that lacks a lawful basis, due process, or a clearly established prima facie case. The organization argues that no government authority can lawfully require citizens or institutions to prove wrongdoing in the absence of specific allegations supported by evidence.
“The law is the law and must be followed by all — government included,” the statement noted, adding that constitutional and statutory guarantees of rights are “sacrosanct” and must not be undermined by sweeping investigative demands without proper jurisdiction or judicial oversight.
The Clar Hope Foundation warned that allowing such actions to stand would set a dangerous precedent that could later be used against private citizens, nonprofit organizations, and other institutions. It said its decision to file the motion was driven by the belief that remaining silent in the face of alleged procedural abuses could lead to the gradual erosion of fundamental rights.
While expressing regret that legal action became necessary, the Foundation reaffirmed its willingness to comply with any lawful, properly grounded, and constitutionally sound process. However, it stressed that it would not legitimize actions it believes weaken due process and the legal safeguards intended to protect all Liberians.
The Foundation also sought to reassure its donors, partners, and beneficiaries that the legal challenge would not disrupt its mission of supporting vulnerable children and communities across the country. “This legal step does not distract from our work—it defends the legal environment that allows such work to exist,” the statement said.
The press release was signed by Jackson P. Gbamie, Manager of the Clar Hope Foundation.
