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Monday, December 9, 2024

HYPOCRISY EXPOSED: FORMER LAWMAKER ACARIOUS GRAY CALLS OUT SALARY DISPARITIES IN BOAKAI’S GOV’T

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MONROVIA, LIBERIA – In a recent statement, Liberian former lawmaker Acarious Moses Gray voiced his deep frustration over what he perceives as hypocrisy among Joseph Boakai government officials regarding their salaries and benefits, particularly.

This condemnation follows revelations of exorbitant salaries for officials at the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), where Patrick Honnah, a key critic of lawmakers during President Weah’s tenure, now holds a prominent position.

Gray noted that while Honnah and his colleagues previously lambasted lawmakers for their financial privileges, they have since dramatically increased their own salaries and benefits. He recalled that, in response to similar criticisms in the past, he and his fellow lawmakers had taken steps to merge their benefits, resulting in a reduction of over 32% and the establishment of a single salary structure.

Currently, each member of the House of Representatives earns just over $6,000, supplemented by monthly gas slips totaling $2,225. Despite these reductions, lawmakers continue to face public backlash for their requests for $45,000 vehicles.

Highlighting the irony, Gray pointed out that those who once condemned lawmakers for their financial requests, including Honnah, are now enjoying salaries exceeding $15,000 per month and driving vehicles worth more than $45,000. He characterized this development as a clear case of hypocrisy and questioned the legitimacy of the financial benefits that were previously criticized when these officials were in opposition.

Additionally, Gray criticized members of the Unity Party, alleging that they are being used to defend these perceived injustices while struggling to make ends meet themselves. He challenged their commitment to the public, arguing that their actions contradict the principles of a “Rescue Team.”

With the National Recast Budget set for discussion in the House of Representatives, Gray urged lawmakers to implement a fair pay structure for all government officials. He expressed concern that revenue-generating entities have exploited their positions, often setting their own salaries and benefits without adequate oversight.

Concluding his remarks, Gray called for stricter regulations on the use of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds, accusing some officials of misappropriating these resources for personal gain. His statements highlight the ongoing debate surrounding government salaries and the essential duty of public servants to prioritize the welfare of the citizens they serve.

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