Sirleaf Sounds the Alarm: Puts Boakai's Feet to Fire

Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's recent critique of Liberia's governance has exposed deepening fissures within the country's political establishment. The former president's intervention, delivered at a time of mounting economic and security challenges, stresses growing unease among Liberia's elite about the current administration's grip on power35.

Sources close to Sirleaf suggest her public rebuke may be a prelude to more direct involvement in shaping Liberia's political sphere. Her criticism of national security personnel conduct and ambiguous Supreme Court rulings depicts an erosion of institutional integrity, raising concerns about the stability of Liberia’s democracy37.

The ex-leader's censure of lawmakers prioritizing self-interest over national needs has reignited debates about her legacy. Critics frequently cite corruption scandals during her administration, including allegations of nepotism involving appointments of her sons to key government posts, which undermined public trust in her leadership15.

Liberia's economic outlook remains precarious. While GDP growth is projected to accelerate to 5.6% in 2025, driven by mining and agriculture, this offers little solace given persistent poverty and infrastructure challenges. The poverty rate is expected to decline only marginally to 33.8% by 2025, highlighting the need for structural reforms and improved governance246.

As Liberia moves forward, Sirleaf’s call for responsible leadership and accountability positions her as a continued influential voice in the country’s politics. Her statement is viewed by many as an attempt to shape the narrative around her own legacy while challenging the current administration to address systemic issues35.

With Liberia highly vulnerable to both domestic and external shocks, including fluctuating commodity prices, the need for stable and effective governance has never been more pressing246.

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