Pledges Transparent, Modern Transport System for All Liberians
Monrovia, Liberia – The administration of President Joseph N. Boakai has reiterated its commitment to creating a modern, transparent, and people-centered transportation system that puts the needs of regular Liberians first.
Speaking at the official dedication of 35 new buses at the National Transit Authority (NTA) headquarters in Gardnersville on Thursday, November 13, 2025, President Boakai stated that the initiative is a significant step toward improved mobility and rebuilding public trust in Liberia’s transportation industry.
The commissioning, according to President Boakai, is a realization of his government’s promise to improve the affordability, dependability, and efficiency of transportation. According to him, the administration is still dedicated to changing how public services are provided so that development initiatives directly benefit the populace.
โEvery time we say something is happening, itโs here and now,โ Boakai declared. โWe came here to change the leadership of this country, a leadership that serves the people.โ
The Liberian leader stressed that economic recovery and national progress depend on a working transportation system. According to him, the new buses signify a revitalized national strategy centered on the well-being and economic resiliency of the populace.
President Boakai thanked the NTA, the Ministry of Transport, and foreign partners for their contributions to the project’s realization. He praised their effort and dedication, saying, “Today is a fulfilled hour.”
He praised Transport Minister Sirleaf Tyler and his staff for their “dedicated and professional service,” stating that their efforts complement his administration’s goal of a cutting-edge, inclusive transportation system.
Senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, development partners, transportation companies, and journalists attended the event. President Boakai also honored the crucial contributions of motorcycle and tricycle operators around the country, calling them โunsung heroes of national mobilityโ who kept Liberia moving in difficult times.
Boakai said, “You shouldn’t forget the people who stood in place when things weren’t happening.” However, Ambassador Boakai advised young riders to think beyond motorcycles, underlining that the nationโs future depended on education, innovation, and opportunity creation.
โAs I turn over, your future is not in motorcycles, your childrenโs future is not in motorcycles,โ he said. โYoung people will create space for you.โ
President Boakai explained that his administration aims to incorporate motorcyclists into more general national development objectives rather than marginalize them. He revealed that such efforts will encourage safer driving habits and empower young bikers.
Declaring that the new buses are exclusively for public use, he issued a warning against the misappropriation of public resources. These buses won’t be used for private travel, unlike in the past. “These buses belong to the people, so if that occurs, the government will pay for it,” he firmly declared.
In order to guarantee sustainability and accountability, the President declared that a maintenance plan and an open revenue collecting mechanism have been created for the NTA fleet. With the goal to improve convenience and transparency in fare collection, he also disclosed intentions to introduce a digital payment system. He stated, “We should start a digital program so you can pay for your ride just like you buy things online, becauseย sometimes money can be tempting.”
President Boakai praised NTA’s employee and technical training programs, noting that they will improve professionalism and responsibility, especially in the areas of maintenance, digital systems, and customer service.
