Liberia's Finance Minister Urges Ministry Staff to Uphold Highest Standards of Integrity and Professionalism

Strategic Insights -

Liberia's Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has emphasized the importance of upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in the Ministry's operations. He made the call during the Ministry's ongoing 2025-2029 Strategic Plan Retreat, where he underscored the critical role the Ministry plays in the nation's development. The Minister noted that the responsibilities of the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) are enormous, and the nation depends on the dedication and diligence of its employees.

Key Takeaways:

  • Minister Ngafuan called on MFDP staff to uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in their duties, emphasizing that integrity must be non-negotiable as custodians of national financial resources.
  • The Minister highlighted the critical role the MFDP plays in the nation's development, stressing that responsible stewardship of national resources is essential.
  • He underscored the importance of building strong systems and structures to address and prevent wrongdoing, particularly through modern technological controls that enhance transparency and accountability.
  • Minister Ngafuan emphasized the need for accurate and timely reporting, citing the recently released 2024 General Auditing Commission (GAC) report, which received a "qualified opinion".
  • He expressed confidence in the capacity of the MFDP to streamline operations and eliminate bottlenecks, provided that the team remains committed and responsive.

Statistics:

  • 2025-2029 Strategic Plan Retreat theme: "Transforming Priorities Into Strategies: Pathway to Efficient Service Delivery".
  • MFDP's responsibilities are enormous, and the nation depends on its dedication and diligence.
  • 2024 General Auditing Commission (GAC) report received a "qualified opinion".

Sources:

  • "Finance and Development Planning Minister Warns Employees", The Liberian Investigator, 2025/02/10
  • "Ministry of Finance and Development Planning Engages in Strategic Planning Retreat", AllAfrica.com, 2025/02/10