Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai launched the Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS) on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf Ministerial Complex in Congo Town. The system, a cornerstone of the administration’s ARREST agenda, is designed to create a government that is transparent, responsible, and responsive to the needs of the Liberian people.
Speaking at the launch, President Boakai said that the PMCS will establish clear performance targets and monitor achievements across Ministries, Agencies, and Commissions (MACs), ensuring that public servants deliver measurable results. “This is not only an internal tool but a public commitment, a promise that we will govern with accountability, measure our success with transparency, and work continuously toward improvement,” he stated.
The PMCS initiative aims to foster a results-driven culture within the government by setting high standards for MACs and holding officials accountable to these standards. Designed to address inefficiencies and prevent corruption, the system also integrates citizen feedback to align government operations with the needs and expectations of Liberians, enhancing overall responsiveness and effectiveness.
President Boakai said the PMCS would benefit every Liberian by demanding results-oriented performance across public institutions. “By setting high standards for our Ministries, Agencies, and Commissions, and holding ourselves accountable, we are fostering a public sector that values results and prioritizes service,” he noted.
The Liberian leader also used the occasion to reiterate his administration’s commitment to fighting corruption, stressing that social media would not be allowed to influence government processes or serve as a forum for settling personal grievances. “Our approach will be vigilant and thorough, but also fair, ensuring that due process is upheld as we address allegations of corruption,” he said. He cautioned public officials who might be underperforming or misusing their offices to serve personal interests, asserting, “There will be no room for corruption in this government.”
President Boakai addressed the longstanding issue of unfulfilled promises, inefficiencies, and corruption that have stalled national progress, affirming that the PMCS would ensure that public officials demonstrate stewardship not just for their work but for the outcomes they deliver. “With the PMCS, every institution, every leader, and every entity will be required to uphold high standards and demonstrate tangible results for the Liberian people,” he said.
He further noted that while public sentiment around corruption allegations is understandable, the government’s stance is rooted in facts and due process, not rumors or social media-driven narratives. “We will not allow social media to dictate our process or serve as a battleground for settling scores,” President Boakai remarked, urging patience as the government tackles corruption through established systems.
The president commended Liberia’s international development partners, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), for their support, underscoring that this collaboration is crucial in building a stronger Liberia. “We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to continuing this journey together as we strengthen Liberia’s public institutions for the future,” he said.
Boakai urged all Liberians—public servants, government offices, and citizens—to embrace the principles of accountability and performance embedded in the PMCS. “Together, we must build a Liberia where every citizen can trust that their leaders are working in their best interest,” he asserted. He called on everyone involved to support this initiative and uphold the high standards set to ensure that the PMCS transforms the government’s effectiveness and transparency in the years to come.
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