Liberia’s new president Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has made public his assets declaration as part of what he called an unwavering stand for transparency and aversion to corruption and graft, APA can report on Saturday.
Mr, Boakai, a former vice-president under Liberia’s first female president Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, said his action is in fulfilment of an election campaign promise to be committed to upholding the constitution and laws of Liberia while fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, and good governance.
Boakai defeated his predecessor George Weah in elections with a pledge to stamp out corruption and restore sanity to the culture of governance in the country.
Weah, a former football Ballon d’Or winner was seeking re-election but faced criticism for galloping inflation, corruption and administrative lapses, which eventually led to his undoing at the polls last November.
The new Liberian leader expressed his belief that by making his assets declaration publicly available, he is setting a compelling example for public officials and citizens alike, emphasizing the importance of accountability and ethical leadership.
According to him, the move underscores his vision for a Liberia where honesty and integrity form the bedrock of governance and where the principles of fairness and justice guide the nation’s progress.
He said disclosing his assets is a clear demonstration of his belief in leading by example and his determination to create a government that operates with the highest standards of integrity.
“Transparency not only strengthens public trust but also underscores unyielding dedication to rooting out corruption and fostering a climate of openness and accountability”, Mr. Boakai declared.
The president reiterated the hope that in continuing to champion transparency and ethical conduct and values, his actions will serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration for all Liberians, signaling an era of responsible and conscientious leadership.
President Boakai, 79, declared his assets in the first few weeks following his inauguration late last year.
In February, the new government had initiative an auditing exercise to trace acts of corruption, leading to the sacking of some officials suspected of graft.
WN/as/APA