The Civil Service Agency (CSA) has confirmed that the government will save $104,073.25 in salaries for February following the suspension of 216 officials who failed to declare their assets as required by law.
Speaking at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs, and Tourism (MICAT) press briefing on Wednesday, February 18, 2025, CSA Director Dr. Josiah Joekai revealed that the deductions come as a direct consequence of President Joseph Boakai’s recent crackdown on non-compliant officials. The President had earlier suspended those who failed to meet the asset declaration deadline, reinforcing his administration’s stance on accountability and transparency.
President Boakai’s action was formalized in an Executive Mansion statement issued on February 12, 2025. The suspension was enforced under Article 2, Section 10.2(h) of the revised Code of Conduct, which mandates public officials to disclose their assets upon assuming office. Officials had been granted an extended deadline of November 27, 2024, but many failed to comply, prompting the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) to submit a list of defaulters.
Under the directive, all suspended officials will remain without pay for one month or until they complete the required declaration. Government assets under their authority must be surrendered immediately to designated personnel within their respective institutions.
President Boakai reiterated that asset declaration is a crucial tool in the fight against corruption and a fundamental step toward restoring public trust in governance. He warned that future violations would not be tolerated, emphasizing his commitment to enforcing ethical standards across all branches of government.
