By B. Linus Flomo
The anti-impunity advocacy organization, Solidarity & Trust for a New Day (STAND), has lauded the Boakai administration’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign.
Hailing it as a significant move toward justice and accountability, STAND emphasized the necessity of united support from all Liberians, regardless of their background.
“This crucial initiative transcends individual interests and requires the collective backing of every Liberian, irrespective of ethnicity, politics, religion, or social standing,” STAND declared in a recent statement.
The organization praised the government’s commitment to prosecuting any current or former officials implicated in corruption, provided there is substantial evidence.
STAND commended the administration for its resolute actions based on legitimate audit findings and urged similar measures against current officials when warranted.
This decisive approach marks a departure from Liberia’s historical tolerance of corruption, illustrating a robust commitment to justice.
STAND has called upon all citizens, including political leaders, to support the government’s anti-corruption efforts.
They stressed the importance of recognizing corruption as the true threat to peace and development, not the fight against it saying, “We must collectively denounce this national scourge and ensure those responsible are held accountable.”
The advocacy group also highlighted the critical role of transparency in combating corruption, urging the Boakai administration to maintain an unwavering commitment to accountability.
“By fostering ethical leadership and upholding transparency, the President can reinforce these principles across all levels of governance,” STAND asserted.
However, STAND emphasized that the anti-corruption fight must adhere to the rule of law, ensuring that all accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a competent court, free from political influence.
The group acknowledged the challenges posed by Liberia’s complex ethnic, political, cultural, and religious landscape but urged all citizens to transcend these divisions in the fight against corruption.
STAND called on Liberians to overcome party loyalty, religious biases, and ethnic solidarity to unite against corruption.
“Only by supporting an unbiased fight against corruption and ensuring equitable justice for all accused, irrespective of their affiliations, can we demonstrate true patriotism,” the statement concluded.
In a final rallying call, STAND urged all Liberians to set aside their differences and stand united against corruption, much like their collective dedication to peace and development.
