Majority Bloc Speaker's wife of 25 years sues him for Financial Management of Joint Properties Income
- Michael T
- Mar 28
- 2 min read
Mrs. Angeline Koon, the wife of majority bloc speaker Richard Koon, has filed a lawsuit in the Commercial Court of Montserrado County, seeking proper accounting of rental income from jointly owned properties, exposing a rift that has been simmering for nearly two decades. The lawsuit is a centered-on properties acquired by the couple in March 2004, located in the Unity Conference Center Community on Hotel Africa Road.
The Koons, who have been married for 25 years since 2000, jointly developed this land in 2005, constructing five duplexes that house a total of ten apartments. This venture was intended to generate income for their family, with the couple agreeing in 2007 to rent out the properties. However, Mrs. Koon alleges that since 2007, her husband has failed to provide any financial information regarding the rental income from these properties. The initial income estimate for 2007 was $5,110, but Mrs. Koon claims she has received no updates on the financial status of their joint investment in the subsequent years. This lack of transparency forms the crux of her legal complaint.
The lawsuit paints a picture of systematic exclusion, with Mrs. Koon accusing Mr. Koon of managing the properties without her involvement. She claims that her husband has unilaterally handled all aspects of property management, including tenant selection and rent collection, effectively sidelining her from decisions regarding their joint asset.
Perhaps most troublingly, Mrs. Koon alleges that her husband has gone so far as to instruct tenants not to deal with her, despite her status as co-owner of the properties. Which suggests a deliberate attempt to isolate Mrs. Koon from the financial benefits and management responsibilities of their shared investment.
The legal action, filed through Mrs. Koon's lawyer, Cllr. Moriah Yeakula Korkpor, seeks to compel Speaker Koon to provide a full and proper accounting of the rental income generated over the years. Furthermore, it requests that the court ensure Mrs. Koon receives her rightful 50% share of the rental income, in accordance with her co-ownership of the properties. This personal legal battle adds yet another layer of complexity to Speaker Koon's already contentious political situation. As the self-proclaimed "Regime Speaker," Koon has been embroiled in various political controversies, including disputes over the legitimacy of his speakership. The timing of this lawsuit, coming just a day after the Supreme Court reserved ruling on the legitimacy of his position, further complicates his public and private life.
This case could have significant implications not only for the Koons' personal finances but also for Speaker Koon's political career. It raises questions about transparency, accountability, and the ethical conduct of public officials in their private affairs. As Liberia watches this drama unfold, it serves as an eye opener of the often-blurred lines between personal and political life in the nation's corridors of power.
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