By: Melvin Flomo
MONROVIA, Liberia – Executive Chairperson of the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC), Cllr. Alexandra K. Zoe, has renewed calls for a united national response to corruption, describing collective action as essential to restoring public trust and strengthening accountability across Liberia's public institutions.
Speaking Wednesday at the official launch of the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) State of Corruption Report, Cllr. Zoe commended CENTAL for its sustained commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and democratic governance through evidence-based research and public engagement.
She said the report provides an objective assessment of Liberia's anti-corruption landscape, acknowledging progress made while identifying persistent weaknesses that continue to undermine public confidence in state institutions.
According to the LACC Chairperson, the report recognizes improvements in the country's anti-corruption architecture, including stronger legal and policy frameworks, enhanced institutional capacity, and increased public awareness on integrity and accountability issues. However, she noted that significant challenges remain, requiring greater collaboration among all stakeholders.
"The report serves as an important reminder that the fight against corruption is a shared national responsibility," Zoe said, emphasizing that government institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, the private sector, and ordinary citizens all have critical roles to play in advancing transparency and good governance.
Reaffirming the Commission's commitment to its statutory mandate, Zoe said the LACC will continue to pursue independent investigations, prosecute corruption-related offenses, strengthen preventive mechanisms, intensify civic education, and rigorously enforce Liberia's asset declaration laws.
She also underscored the importance of stronger institutional partnerships, naming CENTAL, the Ministry of Justice, the General Auditing Commission (GAC), the Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA), development partners, and civil society organizations as key allies in strengthening Liberia's anti-corruption framework.
In a candid assessment of public perception, Zoe acknowledged that confidence in the country's anti-corruption efforts remains low.
"If you see the 2025 figures, the public is not impressed with the work we are doing," she admitted. "So it is illegal for us to continue to intensify the fight."
She urged policymakers, public officials, and citizens to carefully examine the report's findings and recommendations, stressing that they should serve as a roadmap for reforms aimed at improving governance, enhancing accountability, and rebuilding public trust.
According to Zoe, defeating corruption demands unwavering political will, institutional independence, and active citizen participation to ensure that public resources are managed transparently and solely in the interest of the Liberian people.
The CENTAL State of Corruption Report is expected to serve as a critical policy document for government, civil society, and development partners by providing data-driven recommendations to improve transparency, strengthen public institutions, and accelerate Liberia's efforts to build a more accountable and corruption-resistant governance system.
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