Monrovia, Liberia — January 20, 2026-The South-Eastern Alliance of Liberia (SEAL) has issued a strongly worded statement expressing deep concern over what it describes as persistent corruption, abuse of authority, and operational inefficiency within several ministries and agencies of Liberia’s current government.
According to SEAL, its position is grounded in credible intelligence, citizen grievances, civil society monitoring reports, and independent governance assessments that collectively reveal a disturbing trend: certain senior public officials are allegedly placing personal, political, and factional interests above their constitutional responsibility to serve the Liberian people. The organization contends that these officials frequently rely on misleading internal reports, engage in unilateral decision-making, and deliberately bypass established administrative systems and procedures—actions that directly contravene Liberia’s public service laws and governance standards.
SEAL warned that such conduct fundamentally weakens transparency, accountability, and integrity in public administration. These principles, the group emphasized, are explicitly protected under Article 90(c) of the 1986 Constitution of Liberia, which mandates the eradication of corrupt practices and the promotion of ethical conduct in public service.
The alliance further expressed alarm over allegations that some officials reportedly use intimidation, superstition, and traditional practices as psychological or cultural shields to deflect scrutiny and avoid accountability. Even more troubling, SEAL noted, are claims that certain officeholders present themselves as untouchable—operating as though they are beyond the corrective authority of the President who constitutionally appointed them.
SEAL cautioned that this mentality, if allowed to persist, poses a serious threat to democratic governance. It undermines institutional checks and balances and accelerates the erosion of public trust in state institutions. Drawing on Liberia’s governance history, the group observed that when public offices are personalized rather than institutionalized, accountability collapses and corruption flourishes—an assessment echoed in recent reports by Transparency International and the World Bank.
Equally concerning, according to SEAL, is the apparent failure of some public institutions to produce comprehensive annual budget performance reports for at least the past two fiscal years. This omission raises serious red flags regarding compliance with the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act of 2009, as amended; adherence to the reporting standards of the General Auditing Commission (GAC); and respect for legislative oversight as mandated under Articles 34(d) and 58 of the Constitution.
SEAL argued that the absence of timely and credible budget performance reporting undermines fiscal discipline, weakens public confidence, and contradicts Liberia’s obligations under both national and international governance frameworks, including the Open Government Partnership (OGP) and the ECOWAS Protocol on Good Governance.
In response to these concerns, the South-Eastern Alliance of Liberia outlined a series of demands and appeals. The organization called for immediate explanations from the leadership of the implicated ministries and agencies regarding allegations of corruption, procedural breaches, and fiscal opacity. It urged the President of the Republic to exercise his constitutional authority to enforce accountability through administrative reviews, sanctions, or dismissals where warranted.
SEAL also appealed to the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) and the General Auditing Commission to intensify investigations and audits without fear, favor, or political interference. Additionally, it encouraged the Legislature to strengthen its oversight role and insist on full compliance with reporting and accountability requirements. The alliance further called on civil society organizations, the media, and international partners to remain vigilant and actively support credible anti-corruption initiatives.
“The people of Liberia deserve leadership that is transparent, accountable, and genuinely committed to national development—not self-preservation,” SEAL stated. The group stressed that corruption is not merely a moral failing but a direct barrier to economic growth, effective service delivery, and national unity.
Reaffirming its commitment to institutional integrity, responsible governance, and the rule of law, SEAL concluded by warning that the era of empty rhetoric must end. According to the organization, Liberia now requires decisive, visible, and sustained action to confront corruption and restore public confidence in government.
Signed:
The Secretariat
South-Eastern Alliance of Liberia (SEAL)
