Published: March 18, 2026
MONROVIA — A fundraising campaign for kidney patient Momolu B. Kromah is facing growing scrutiny after he alleged that money and critical medical documents meant for his treatment were stolen, amid lingering concerns over transparency in the handling of earlier donations.
Kromah, who is battling kidney failure and previously underwent a transplant with support from his brother, recently returned to social media claiming his body is rejecting the transplanted kidney and that he urgently needs to travel to India for further treatment.
His renewed appeal has triggered mixed reactions — drawing sympathy from some supporters while prompting others to question both the urgency of his condition and the management of funds raised on his behalf.
Conflicting Accounts Raise Questions
According to the fundraising administrator, an initial $13,500 was raised, with $11,500 reportedly remaining after expenses. Of that amount, $10,000 was said to have been deposited into Kromah’s account, while $1,500 remained in cash.
However, organizers say Kromah later presented a different account of the funds in a separate Facebook post, fueling concerns among contributors.
Members of the fundraising group, including Nas Ansumana, have publicly questioned the transparency of the process.
“I’m not denying that he is sick, but I don’t think it is an emergency,” Ansumana said. “If it truly was, we would all know by now based on how serious it is and how he usually prioritizes his health.”
Questions Over Delays and Priorities
Ansumana also cited delays in seeking treatment, noting that Kromah initially declined to travel when funds were first raised.
“He was strong when the first money came, but he said he wanted to leave with his sister,” she said. “Later, when the visa was ready, he said he was too weak to travel.”
She further questioned his credibility, alleging a lack of full transparency with supporters.
Ansumana also pointed to what she described as questionable personal decisions during the fundraising period, including upgrading to a newer mobile phone, which she said raised doubts among contributors.
Organizers Cite Growing Confusion
Emmanuel Kromah, a fundraising administrator, acknowledged that inconsistent updates have made it difficult even for organizers to track the situation.
He said conflicting information about both the funds and Kromah’s medical condition has created uncertainty within the group, leading some members to withdraw from active involvement.
Ansumana said she has since stepped back, urging concerned individuals to seek clarification directly from Kromah.
Alleged Theft of Funds and Documents
In a new claim, Kromah alleged that he was recently robbed of funds and key documents intended for his treatment.
In a social media post, he accused an individual identified as Boimah B.K. Sombai of disappearing with a bag that reportedly contained $6,075, 14,000 Liberian dollars, passports and essential medical documents.
“Since then, he has completely disappeared. His phone is off and no one knows where he is. He has taken everything with him,” Kromah alleged.
He described the incident as a major setback to his treatment.
“This is not just money. That money was raised to save my life and help me get treatment. Those documents are critical for my survival and medical travel,” he said.
Kromah also pushed back against accusations that he misused funds.
“It is painful that some people now believe I used my sickness to collect money, when in reality I am the one who has been robbed,” he added.
Claims Remain Unverified
As of publication, the allegations made by both Kromah and members of the fundraising group remain unverified. Authorities have not confirmed any investigation into the alleged theft or the concerns surrounding the fundraising effort.
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