Members of the National Union of Organizations of the Disabled (NUOD), have announced the impeachment of the union’s President, Peter Blessing Kerkulah Flomo.
The members cited a series of allegations ranging from constitutional violations and abuse of authority to financial improprieties and poor leadership.
In an impeachment resolution dated Monday, June 1, 2026, and signed by members of a committee representing several organizations within the disability community, the group stated that its action was taken in accordance with Article 10, Sections 1 and 2 of NUOD’s constitution.
The resolution declared that Pres. Flomo had lost the confidence of member organizations, and was therefore, removed from office.
According to the document, Mr. Flomo was elected President of NUOD on April 27, 2023, but members now accused him of engaging in “ethical transgressions, gross corruption, incompetence, and the usurpation of powers entrusted to him under the union’s governing framework.”
One of the major allegations centers on the implementation of projects intended for Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPWDs).
The impeachment resolution claims that Pres. Flomo ignored constitutional provisions that prohibit NUOD from functioning as an implementing agency, instead it took direct control of projects and funding opportunities that should have been managed by member organizations.
The committee further alleged that the former president solicited kickbacks from organizations and beneficiaries involved in disability-related projects.
Specifically, the resolution claims that beneficiaries of a project implemented by AIFO Liberia were required to contribute US$500 each as a condition linked to project participation.
No evidence was attached to the resolution, and Mr. Flomo had not publicly responded to the allegations at the time of the announcement.
Members also accused Flomo of failing to advocate effectively for the welfare of persons with disabilities.
The resolution argues that under his leadership, NUOD did not adequately pursue employment opportunities, educational scholarships, or empowerment programs for disabled citizens as required by the organization’s constitutional mandate.
The impeachment document further alleges that opportunities secured through the union were directed to family members, friends, and close associates instead of qualified persons with disabilities.
Among the claims is that individuals connected to Flomo reportedly benefited from temporary employment opportunities facilitated through the Ministry of Labour.
Another major concern raised by the committee involves the dissolution of member organizations.
The resolution accuses Flomo of dissolving all registered member organizations without constitutional authority, and required them to reapply for membership, while they paid a US$50 readmission fee; move critics say, violated NUOD’s constitution.
The committee also cited a complete disregard for NUOD’s governance structure.
According to the resolution, key organs of the union, including the Board of Trustees, Youth Wing, and General Assembly, were never fully established during Flomo’s tenure, leaving the executive committee as the only active governing body.
Members further accused the Flomo of making unilateral decisions without consultation.
Among the examples cited is the involvement in legal proceedings concerning the United Blind Association of Liberia (UBAL), which the committee claims was undertaken without the approval of the executive committee or Board of Trustees as required by the constitution.
The impeachment resolution also raises concerns about conflicts of interest, the absence of regular activity reports, lack of scheduled meetings, and what members described as a “divide-and-rule” leadership style that discouraged dissenting opinions within the organization.
Additionally, the committee questioned Flomo’s handling of funds raised for the construction of NUOD’s headquarters.
The document claims that no satisfactory accounting has been provided to members regarding those resources.
The resolution further alleges that important union assets, including a laptop computer and Smart TV, remain outside the organization’s direct control, and that senior officials were denied access to official communication channels, including the union’s email account.
Members also cited findings they say, were contained in an audit report from AIFO, alleging that administrative shortcomings under Flomo’s leadership resulted in NUOD losing opportunities to receive vehicles and additional funding support.
The committee said the impeachment was necessary to preserve the integrity, credibility, and effectiveness of the NUOD.