By Yassah J. Wright
The president of the Liberia National Bar Association (LNBA), Bornor M. Varmah, has resigned his post.
“It is therefore in keeping with my word and in the interest of institutional integrity that I respectfully resign as national president of the LNBA, effective immediately,” Varmah wrote in his letter of resignation.
He added: “On December 6, 2025, at our National Convention held in Ganta, Nimba County, I made a solemn declaration before the full membership of the Bar that, upon my commissioning by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai as Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Law Reform Commission (LRC). On this date, I have respectfully resigned my post from our noble Association.”
On January 20, 2025, Boakai commissioned Varmah to serve as Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Law Reform Commission.
He officially took over the Commission on January 23, 2025. This national responsibility placed upon me a solemn duty that required undivided attention, strategic focus, and sustained institutional leadership.
The LRC is a demand-driven national institution charged with the continuous review, modernization, harmonization, and reform of Liberia’s laws.
“At this critical stage in our country’s legal and governance development, the work of the Commission requires my full concentration and impartial stewardship.”
Varmah said it is therefore in keeping with his word, and in the interest of institutional integrity that he respectfully resigned as National President of the Liberian National Bar Association, effective immediately.
He said, the decision is not one of separation from the Bar in spirit, but rather a reaffirmation of his enduring commitment to the rule of law and the advancement of the justice system, now through a different national mandate.
According to him, he remains a proud member of the LNBA and will continue to collaborate constructively with the Association in strengthening legal reform, professional standards, and access to Justice.
He extended his deepest gratitude to the National Executive Council, the County Bar Associations, the learned colleagues, and the entire membership for the confidence reposed in him to serve as the 18th National President of the prestigious Liberian National Bar Association.
