In a move to reinforce transparency and combat corruption, Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has suspended more than 400 government officials for failing to declare their assets within the legally mandated timeframe.
The suspension takes immediate effect in accordance with Article 2, Section 10.2(h) of the amended 2014 Code of Conduct. This action follows President Boakai’s directive on November 27, 2024, which granted a ten-day grace period for compliance. Despite the extension, many officials did not fulfill their obligation, prompting the administration’s firm response.
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) provided the list of non-compliant officials, all of whom have been suspended without pay for one month or until they submit the required declarations. Additionally, the affected officials must immediately surrender all government assets in their possession to their respective institutional heads or authorized personnel.
President Boakai reaffirmed his administration’s zero-tolerance approach to corruption, emphasizing that asset declaration is not merely a legal requirement but a fundamental step in promoting transparency, accountability, and restoring public trust in government institutions. He underscored that non-compliance undermines national anti-corruption efforts and weakens governance structures.
“This administration will uphold the highest standards of integrity, good governance, and the rule of law,” President Boakai declared, warning that future violations will be met with even stricter consequences.
Meanwhile, the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has published the names of all affected officials in major daily newspapers. The public is encouraged to stay informed as the government continues its crackdown on corruption and misconduct in public service.
