Monrovia – President Joseph Boakai last week dismissed the Deputy Managing Director for Administration Prince S. Bonnah and Deputy Managing Director for Technical Services Alex Railey from the National Housing Authority, following allegations of financial misconduct.
By Jaheim T. Tumu, [email protected]
The decision to remove the two senior officials was based on a resolution submitted to the Board of Directors, which relied on findings from an investigation committee that cited violations of the Public Financial Management Regulations of 2009.
Although no specific timeline was provided regarding when the Board reached its decision, both officials were relieved of their duties with immediate effect.
According to the Executive Mansion, the dismissals form part of President Boakai’s broader commitment to enforcing discipline within public institutions and ensuring that public resources are managed responsibly. The President underscored that his administration will not tolerate financial indiscipline or the misuse of government funds, stressing that all public officials are expected to adhere to the highest standards of integrity, transparency and accountability in the execution of their duties.
In a statement issued by the Executive Mansion, President Boakai reaffirmed his administration’s zero tolerance for financial misconduct, noting that promoting good governance remains a central pillar of his leadership.
He assured the public that the shake-up at the National Housing Authority would not disrupt the institution’s operations and that appropriate administrative measures would be taken to ensure continuity in line with existing laws and regulations.
Despite the assurances from the government, the dismissal of Prince S. Bonnah, who previously served as Vice Chair for Economic Affairs of the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia, has sparked sharp reactions from the political party.
The EFFL acknowledged the President’s anti-corruption drive but raised concerns that Bonnah’s removal could amount to political provocation if it is later shown to have been driven by manipulation rather than genuine misconduct.
In a statement released by the party, the EFFL expressed support for efforts aimed at building an accountable and transparent Liberia, consistent with its own internal revolutionary policy.
However, the party emphasized that it would not accept what it described as politically motivated attacks against its members, particularly those who played significant roles in supporting the current administration.
The EFFL disclosed that its intelligence services and auditors are currently reviewing the Board resolutions and committee recommendations that led to Bonnah’s dismissal.
According to the party, this internal review is intended to determine whether due process was followed and whether the decision was based strictly on professional findings rather than political considerations.
The party warned that if it is determined that Bonnah’s removal from public office was politically motivated, such actions would be regarded as a political provocation and would necessitate reciprocal political action. It further asserted that any Board members found to have participated in what it described as unjustified actions would be held accountable, emphasizing that the party will not tolerate unwarranted attacks on an organization it says played a pivotal role in bringing the current administration to power.
The EFFL maintained that its position reflects a careful balance between supporting President Boakai’s anti-corruption agenda and resisting what it perceives as internal sabotage within the governing alliance.
While reiterating its commitment to transparency and accountability in public service, the party made it clear that loyalty to the Unity Party–led alliance does not require silence in the face of actions it believes are driven by political manipulation rather than the rule of law.
