Government, through the Governance Commission has declared October as a “Good Governance Month.”
By that declaration, the Commission has planned a series of activities to promote accountability, transparency, and responsible governance.
The Commission acting chairman, Alaric K. Tokpa, made the announcement on Tuesday, September 22, at a press briefing in Monrovia.
Tokpa said, the month-long observance will bring together government institutions, civil society organizations, citizens, and other stakeholders to discuss, and promote principles of good governance.
He disclosed how this year’s celebration will be held under the theme: “Promoting Good Governance through Accountability and Transparency in Liberia.”
Tokpa: “The theme reflects the importance of integrity, inclusiveness, accountability, and transparency in strengthening public service, and national development.”
The activities will officially begin on October 6, with a Good Governance Symposium at the Commission’s headquarters in Sinkor, where former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, will deliver the keynote address.
Tokpa said, the observance will continue on October 16, with a Good Governance Parade, and Sports Jamboree at the Invincible Park near Old Road Junction.
He further announced that the Commission will host a two-day National Good Governance Dialogue on October 22 and 23 at the EJS Ministerial Complex in Congo Town.
The dialogue will focus on accountability, transparency, citizen participation, and inclusive national development. It will also provide stakeholders an opportunity to exchange views on strengthening governance practices.
The month-long observance will include a National Integrity Index Award, and Dinner, which would bring together government officials, civil society representatives, and development partners to recognize efforts to promote integrity, and good governance.
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