Liberian president, Joseph Boakai, has slashed his salary by 40 percent. The move is said to be motivated by his effort to lead by example.
In a statement issued by the presidency in the country, Boakai said the gesture is to fulfill his commitment to fiscal integrity and national financial security.
Also, the Liberian president said the decision reflects his determination to strengthen government accountability and demonstrate solidarity with Liberians.
The president added that he intended to set a precedent for responsible governance and nation-building.
The leader of the West African nation promised to strengthen the Civil Service Agency (CSA), to ensure that public servants’ salaries are in line with the economic state of the nation and that workers receive fair compensation for their contributions to the country.
Boakai, who served as vice-president between 2006 and 2018 and was previously the minister of agriculture, won the presidency last year on a pledge to “rescue” Liberia from some issues, particularly corruption and a lack of basic services.
