The Liberia Revenue Authority says all of its employees have declared their assets in full compliance with the government’s code of conduct for public officials.
Monrovia, Liberia; July 17, 2025 – The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) announces 100 percent or full compliance with the government asset declaration policy, becoming the first public institution to hit the mark here.
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai had mandated public officials to declare their assets upon coming into government, but many officials are yet to comply fully, a situation that led the President to suspend almost his entire government.
But making the pronouncement in a joint press conference with the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission at the LRA Head Office in Paynesville on Wednesday, July 16, LRA Commissioner General, James Dorbor Jallah, said the achievementmarks a proud and transformative moment for the Authority.
“We are honored to stand alongside the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission to formally announce that the LRA has become the first agency of the Government of Liberia to achieve 100% asset declaration compliance for all of our staff”, CG Jallah disclosed.
He said the milestone is more than just a statistical achievement, adding “It is a clear demonstration of our institutional commitment to transparency, accountability, and integrity in public service.”
He underscored that as the nation’s revenue authority, they at the LRA recognize that trust is the cornerstone of effective tax administration.
“By holding ourselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct”, CG Jallah continues, “We hope to set a precedent for others and reaffirm the public’s confidence in our work.”
He thanked the LACC for its guidance and partnership throughout the process, which he described as a joint success and a testament to what is possible when national institutions work together with a shared vision for a more transparent Liberia.
Earlier, LACC Executive Chairperson,Cllr. Alexandra Kormah Zoe, this proactive action underscores the LRA’s resolve to set the standard in integrity, not just as an enforcement institution but as an example of ethical leadership in the public sector, saying the integrity is not a slogan, but a behavior, a deliberate and consistent action that must begin within the walls of public institutions.
“Asset declaration is one of the key pillars in our national anti-corruption framework. It serves not only to safeguard against misuse of public office but also to build trust between government and citizens”, she adds.
The LACC Chairperson notes that the LRA has demonstrated that its commitment to good governance is more than rhetoric, adding that it is leadership by example.
He says the move aligns squarely with Section 10 of the National Code of Conduct and the broader mandate of the LACC to promote integrity, investigate allegations of corruption, and support preventive measures across all sectors. “Our partnership today signals a renewed era of inter-agency cooperation. We are not just witnessing asset declaration; we are witnessing institutional maturity, a culture where accountability is internalized.”
Cllr. Zoe commends staff of the LRA for fully complying with this directive, which notes shows courage and patriotism.
She calls on other government institutions to follow suit, saying “Let us make asset declaration a new norm, not a rare exception.” She says the LACC stands ready to offer technical assistance, monitoring, and verification services to support this process.
Reflecting, LRA Communication Manager, D. Kaihenneh Sengbeh, revealed that eight years ago, the LRA and the LACC signed a groundbreaking MOU to strengthen internal integrity and combat corruption, a collaboration that has yielded fruit.
“Today, the LRA stands tall with over US$5.2 billion mobilized in domestic revenue and a 51% growth in annual collections. These numbers tell a story of resilience and reform, but more importantly, they reflect the LRA’s unwavering commitment to Liberia’s future”, Mr. Sengbeh underscores.
