Liberia: Liberia: US$9.2m for lawmakers’ vehicles

Through the Legislature, US$45,000 is allotted for each of the 103 lawmakers to purchase expensive new vehicles every three years. The country lacks good roads, and lawmakers have made no effort to prioritize public transport.

Monrovia, July 4, 2024: At the time, Liberians lacked public transportation and good roads; the Liberian Government spent over US$9.2 million on just 103 lawmakers’ vehicles every six years. This amount excludes gasoline and servicing fees.

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