Deputy Presidential Press Secretary Joseph K. Vallai
[By Pewu Y. Sumo]
Monrovia, Liberia – Liberians are actively engaging with and discussing government audit reports, a sign of remarkable progress toward national accountability, according to Deputy Presidential Press Secretary Joseph K. Vallai. His statement highlights a profound shift from a dangerous past where the work of an auditor was fraught with risk.
“Liberians can now access audit reports on radio and online and hold the government accountable,” Mr. Vallai stated, celebrating the new level of transparency.
Hon. Vallai, in a post today on his official Facebook page drew a sharp contrast to the former ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) government, recalling a perilous time for public servants tasked with financial oversight. “Just five years ago, auditing was a deadly work in Liberia. Auditors were found dead everywhere on the streets,” he stated, referencing a period of mysterious and unsolved deaths of multiple government auditors that shocked Liberians.
“I am pleased to announce that the Auditors are now rescued,” the Deputy Press Secretary declared. He pointed to a tangible sign of change he witnessed earlier today: “Listening to the radio stations this morning, Liberians are discussing the outcome of audit reports instead of the disappearance of the auditors.”
Mr. Vallai concluded by stating: “This is progress towards accountability.” His comments underscore the UP-led government under President Joseph Nyuma Boakai fight against corruption and fostering a secure environment for integrity institutions to operate, allowing public discourse to focus on financial transparency rather than tragic security concerns.
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