Monrovia, Feb. 24 -- The Boakai-Koung administration came to power on the promise of bringing real change-departing from the old ways to adopt new policies that prioritize the people. This was the pledge of the "Rescue Train," the campaign slogan of the Unity Party during the 2023 elections.

However, a year into leadership, the administration faces mounting pressure to fulfill its commitments. One major concern is government spending, which critics argue remains excessive. Like past administrations, the Boakai-Koung government has been heavily criticized for failing to allocate the national budget effectively for public benefit, instead prioritizing recurrent expenditures such as salaries, travel, fuel, and allowances.

In an effort to ...