Liberia: Bishop Brown Urges Pres. Boakai to Evaluate Public Officers Incomes Excessive Salaries
Monrovia—A Liberian clergyman Bishop Kortu Brown has urged President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to take decisive motion in opposition to underperforming public officers in his administration, whom he likened to biblical figures Esaus, Jonahs, and Judases.
By Obediah Johnson
In an interview on December 29, Bishop Brown, a former president of the Liberia Council of Churches and Senior Pastor of the New Water within the Desert Assembly, decried the self-serving attitudes of those officers, who he argues are prioritizing private pursuits over the welfare of the Liberian individuals.
Bishop Brown outlined the “Esaus” in authorities as people who lack requirements and values, targeted solely on survival inside the political system.
He burdened that these officers are dangerously keen to compromise ideas for private acquire. “In this new year, President Boakai has to deal with the Esaus in his government,” he mentioned, drawing parallels between Esau’s biblical story and the current political panorama.
The clergyman additionally criticized a gaggle he labeled as “Jonahs,” describing them as self-centered public officers who ignore directives aimed toward benefiting residents.
He referred to as on the President to determine and take away such people, likening their disruptive habits to that of Jonah within the Bible, who evaded his duties.
Bishop Brown additional referred to the “Judases” within the authorities—officers who’re motivated purely by their egocentric pursuits and are identified to undermine their chief for private acquire.
He cautioned in opposition to blindly praising such people, stating, “The terrible thing about Judas is that he can even sell his leader for anything.”
Bishop Brown didn’t title particular officers however emphasised the necessity for President Boakai to make the most of his in depth expertise in public service to determine and deal with these challenges.
He advocated for a radical overview of public officers’ salaries and advantages, particularly those that journey in extravagant autos whereas many Liberians wrestle to make ends meet.
In addition to his issues about governance, Bishop Brown urged a shift in political maturity amongst Liberia’s management.
He lamented the restricted political engagement and referred to as for elevated dialogue amongst leaders from totally different events, particularly in mild of the upcoming elections.
On financial issues, Bishop Brown praised the federal government for reducing petroleum costs however expressed concern over the rising prices of primary items and transportation.
He referred to as for a strong funding coverage to create job alternatives whereas urging speedy consideration to the wants of strange Liberians.
Bishop Brown additionally highlighted the urgent challenge of youth involvement in drug abuse, calling for organized efforts from the federal government and the neighborhood to fight this rising downside.
He concluded by emphasizing the necessity for a extra engaged and productive society in 2025, one which addresses the issues of its residents and fosters a spirit of unity and cooperation.
