Joseph Boakai
Source: Africa Publicity
The President of Liberia, Joseph Boakai, has cut his salary by 40%.
President Boakai’s office announced his salary cut, saying he hopes to set a precedent for “responsible governance” and demonstrate “solidarity” with Liberians.
Government officials in Liberia have in recent times seen their salaries come under intense scrutiny in the wake or complaints by Liberians about the rising cost of living in the West African nation. About one in five people in Liberia is said to be living on less than $2 a day in Liberia.
President Boakai’s decision to slash his salary follows similar move by his predecessor, George Weah, who took a 25% cut in his salary.
The budget for President Boakai this year is about $3 million.
