Liberian News: ‘Excellent Performances’ Recognized

Monrovia-President Joseph N. Boakai has recognized ‘excellent performances’ of thirteen institutions of government during the first signing of his government performance contracts which began October 2024 and ended March of 2025.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of National Defense, Ministry of Public Works, Liberia Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority, Jackson F. DOE Hospital, Minister of States for Presidential Affairs, Liberia Petroleum Refining Company, WASH Commission, Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission, Public Procurement and Concession Commission, Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, Liberia Airport Authority and Liberia Institute for Statistics and Geo Information Services are those institutions that were recognized.

During the second batch of the 2025 signing of Performance Contracts and Recognition ceremony, President Boakai said that amongst the thirteen institutions that were recognized by his government, three institutions top the excellence list.

Speaking Thursday, June 12, 2025 during the signing of the 2025 Performance Contracts, he explained that those top three institutions include, Liberia Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (LACRA), Jackson F. Doe Hospital and Ministry of National Defense.

The Liberian leader added that the signing of the 2025 (second batch) performance contracts is a pivotal step in the national commitment to accountability, transparency, and citizen-centered governance.

He said that through the Performance Management and Compliance System, the government is transitioning from promises to performance, from inputs to impact, and from excuses to excellence.

“Today’s event comes with both reflection and recommitment. For the first time in our nation’s history, we have completed a full national performance management cycle across our public sector. The outcome of this process gives us cause for both celebration and reflection,” Boakai added.

Also, the Liberian leader applauded institutions that performed exceptionally, and recognized their dedication, discipline, and leadership it took to meet, and in some cases, exceed the expectations outlined in last year’s performance targets.

He said that the targets were the development and publication of a Service Delivery Charter by each institution, and the strengthening of internal systems to implement these charters.

“I want to make it clear, however, that moving forward, the standard will be higher. Institutions that do not engage meaningfully in future cycles will give account, consistent with the mechanisms built into the PMCS,” Boakai narrated.

He revealed that for the 2025 performance contracts cycle, institutions that did not comply will be placed under a Presidential Performance Improvement Plan (PPIP); saying, it will provide targeted support, structured performance monitoring, and clear timelines for corrective action.

According to him, the government will also introduce a temporary travel moratorium for institutions with persistent non-compliance.

He added that it is important that public servants deliver on basic national obligations before representing Liberia abroad; adding, the moratorium will only be lifted upon documented evidence of improvement.

For his part, the Director General of the Cabinet, Nathaniel T. Kwabo said that the Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS) is a flagship reform initiative of Government of Liberia, designed to strengthen accountability, transparency, and citizen-centered service delivery across public institutions.

According to him, the launched in October 2024 under the leadership of the President aligned with the ARREST Agenda; adding that the PMCS provides a structured framework for Ministries, Agencies, Commissions (MACs), and State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to set clear performance targets, deliver same to citizens, and report on progress.

Director Kwabo indicated that the first full national PMCS cycle (2024-2025) focused on two foundational priorities: the Development and ensuring citizens know what services they are entitled to

publication of Service Delivery Charters (SDCs) and the standards they should expect; and the Strengthening internal systems within institutions, enable effective delivery of services and promote operational excellence.

He narrated that the PMCS is designed to institutionalize a culture of results-based governance by ensuring that all public institutions define and pursue clear annual targets aligned with national priorities, provide transparent and measurable service commitments to citizens, strengthen internal management systems to support delivery, undergo independent performance appraisals to ensure accountability, and actively respond to citizen feedback to improve service quality.

The Cabinet Director General said that the PMCS is now firmly positioned to drive sustained improvements in how government delivers for the people of Liberia.

“Through this approach, the PMCS helps build public trust and supports

the Government’s broader commitment to efficient, effective, and transparent governance,” he stated.

New Republic Liberia

Alphonso Toweh

Has been in the profession for over twenty years. He has worked for many international media outlets  including: West Africa Magazine, Africa Week Magazine, African Observer and  did occasional reporting for CNN, BBC World Service, Sunday Times, NPR, Radio Deutchewells, Radio Netherlands. He is the current correspondent for Reuters 
 He holds first  MA with honors in International  Relations and a  candidate for second master in International Peace studies and Conflict  Resolution from the University of Liberia.