Boakai Addresses the Nation Today -Economy, Infrastructure, Transportation, Accountability, Revenue and Expenditure on Agenda

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., is expected to present a broad account of achievements recorded in 2025 when he delivers his State of the Nation Address to the 55th Legislature on Monday, highlighting what officials describe as renewed momentum in governance, infrastructure development, economic management, and national confidence.

At the core of the President’s address will be the administration’s efforts to stabilize the economy and restore fiscal credibility.

In keeping with Article 58 of the 1986 Liberian Constitution, the President presented the administration’s legislative program and reported on the state of the Republic, including economic conditions, revenue, and expenditure.

The constitutional provision mandates that “on the fourth working Monday in January of each year, the President shall] present the administration’s legislative programs for the ensuing session, and shall once a year report to the Legislature on the state of the Republic.”

In 2025, the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) exceeded its annual revenue target; a milestone government official attributes to improved tax administration, compliance, and renewed confidence in state institutions

That revenue performance underpinned the passage and implementation of Liberia’s historic US$1 billion national budget, the largest in the country’s history, enabling expanded investments across key sectors of the economy.

President Boakai is expected to emphasize prudent public financial management, noting that increased budgetary space allowed higher allocations to infrastructure, education, health, agriculture, and social services, while improving salaries and welfare benefits for civil servants.

At the same time, President Joseph Nyumah Boakai, Sr., has called on Liberians to unite as the foundation for national progress, emphasizing that collective action is essential for the country’s growth.

Speaking on Friday, January 23, 2026 at the National Prayer Breakfast held at Paynesville City Hall, President Boakai stressed that Liberia cannot achieve true advancement amid division.

“Unifying the country is at the core of my leadership,” the President stated, underscoring his commitment to fostering national solidarity.

He expressed confidence that Liberia will not only rise but also shine on the global stage, sending a message of hope and determination to attendees.

Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon echoed the importance of unity and shared responsibility.

Sirleaf urged citizens to work together with gratitude to propel Liberia forward, while Speaker Koon emphasized the Church’s role as a moral compass and recommended dedicating time for spiritual reflection to guide the nation’s progress.

Religious adviser Reverend Trokon Langford reminded attendees of God’s role in Liberia’s past achievements and encouraged collective action to create opportunities for the youth.

The event drew top officials, including Senate Pro Tempore Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence, Chief Justice Yammie Gbeisay, Ambassador Edward Wade Appleton, and other leaders.

The message was clear: through unity, faith, and collaboration, Liberia is poised for a prosperous and harmonious future.

Infrastructure development, particularly road construction and rehabilitation, is expected to feature prominently as one of the most visible achievements of 2025.

Across the country, long-neglected road corridors were either constructed or rehabilitated, reconnecting communities and stimulating economic activity.

Among flagship projects expected to be highlighted is the St. Paul Bridge–Boi-Waterside Road, a strategic corridor linking Montserrado and Bomi counties and easing the movement of goods and people.

In western Liberia, significant progress was recorded on the Clay–Tubmanburg Road, improving access to Bomi County’s capital and strengthening Tubmanburg’s role as a growing commercial hub.

Closely linked is the Clay–Robertsport Road in Grand Cape Mount County, reconnecting coastal communities and revitalizing tourism and cross-border trade.

Northern Liberia also received renewed attention, with advancements on the long-awaited Salayea–Voinjama Road and the Voinjama–Mendicorma corridor in Lofa County, restoring vital connectivity in a region central to agriculture and cross-border commerce with Guinea and Sierra Leone.

In the Southeast, historically isolated counties such as Grand Gedeh, Sinoe, River Gee, and Maryland witnessed continued road works aimed at ending decades of isolation and integrating the region more fully into the national economy.

Within Monrovia and its surrounding communities, the President is expected to point to extensive urban road works, including the Freeport Road–St. Paul Bridge corridor, new community alley openings, and improvements to feeder and connector roads across Central Monrovia, Sinkor, Paynesville, and greater Montserrado County.

On education, 2025 marked notable expansion in access and infrastructure. President Boakai is expected to highlight the completion and dedication of new senior secondary schools in Bong and Nimba counties, easing overcrowding and bringing quality education closer to rural communities.

The administration also invested in human capital by improving conditions for teachers and strengthening policy frameworks aimed at enhancing learning outcomes nationwide.

Agriculture and food security are also expected to feature in the address.

Key highlights include the construction of modern market buildings in Nimba County, providing improved trading spaces for farmers and traders, as well as progress toward large-scale farming initiatives in Lofa County to drive employment and economic diversification.

In the mining and natural resources sector, the President is expected to reference progress on the ArcelorMittal Liberia agreement, which officials describe as a significant step toward increasing state benefits, infrastructure investment, and local content participation.

The information and communications sector is also likely to be mentioned, including progress on the construction of a new Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) broadcast complex to strengthen public communication and access to information.

Energy expansion formed part of the 2025 development push, with continued investments in power generation, transmission, and rural electrification aimed at increasing access to reliable electricity nationwide.

Health sector improvements, though gradual, are expected to be cited, including investments in health facilities, medical supplies, and workforce support to build resilience following years of strain.

On governance, President Boakai is expected to underscore reforms focused on accountability, performance management, and improved conditions of service for civil servants, reinforcing his administration’s emphasis on professionalism in public service.

Diplomatically, Liberia’s profile rose in 2025 through strengthened bilateral and multilateral engagements, with the President expected to highlight peace, cooperation, and economic diplomacy as pillars of foreign policy.

Taken together, the administration’s 2025 record is expected to frame a State of the Nation Address that strikes a confident tone acknowledging persistent challenges while asserting that Liberia is firmly on a path of recovery, reform, and national renewal.