President Boakai Takes Action: Suspends Liberia Telecommunication Authority Board of Commissioners (LTA)

President Boakai Takes Action: Suspends Liberia Telecommunication Authority Board of Commissioners (LTA).

The President of Liberia, H. E Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has taken decisive action by suspending Madam Edwina C. Zackpah, Mr. Israel Akinsanya, Mr. Zotawon D. Titus, Mr. James Gbarwea, and Mr. Osborne K. Diggs from their roles as Chairperson and Commissioners of the Liberia Telecommunication Authority. This immediate suspension comes amidst allegations surrounding financial irregularities and other misconduct within the Authority.

To ensure transparency and accountability, the President has called for a thorough audit of the Liberia Telecommunication Authority by the General Auditing Commission (GAC). This audit aims to investigate the allegations and shed light on any questionable practices within the organization.

In urging the suspended officials to fully cooperate with the GAC during its investigation, the President underscores the importance of transparency and cooperation in addressing these concerns. He expresses confidence that the audit will uncover any financial improprieties and facilitate the implementation of corrective measures to prevent future occurrences.

The Liberia Telecommunication Authority plays a crucial role in regulating the telecommunications sector, and maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability within the organization is paramount to fulfilling its mandate.

The President’s decision to suspend the Chairperson and Commissioners reflects his administration’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that the Liberia Telecommunication Authority operates in the best interests of the Liberian people.

Emphasizing the government’s dedication to promoting transparency and accountability across all sectors, the President calls upon all public officials to uphold the highest standards of integrity in serving the Liberian people.