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Tuesday, February 18, 2025

OUTRAGE OVER $22,000 MONTHLY SALARY OF LPRC MANAGING DIRECTOR AMID LIBERIA’S ECONOMIC CRISIS

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MONROVIA – In a troubling trend that has raised concerns among Liberians, the salaries of officials within President Joseph Boakai’s administration have come under intense scrutiny. Following reports of exorbitant salaries at the Liberia Telecommunications Authority and the Ministry of Finance, attention has now shifted to the Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC).

According to sources within the LPRC, it has been revealed that the managing director of the company is receiving an astronomically high salary, totaling $22,000 per month, in addition to substantial benefits. This revelation has ignited criticism as it stands in stark contrast to the economic struggles faced by many citizens amid widespread hunger and hardship.

The current situation has drawn parallels to past criticisms levied by the Unity Party (UP), which accused previous administrations of mismanaging national resources and engaging in wasteful spending. As the UP officials now find themselves in power, critics argue that they are perpetuating the same issues they once condemned.

In the face of mounting poverty and economic challenges, the high salaries of government officials have sparked outrage among the populace, who feel that such expenditures are unjustifiable given the current state of the nation. Many are calling for greater accountability and transparency in government spending, particularly in a time when resources should be prioritized for the welfare of the people.

Efforts to reach LPRC officials for comment on the situation have been unsuccessful, leaving many questions unanswered about the rationale behind these high salaries and the administration’s commitment to addressing the needs of the citizens.

As the debate continues, the Liberian public is left to grapple with the implications of these salaries on the nation’s economy and the government’s responsibility to its people.

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