Alexander B. Cummings, political leader of the opposition Alternative National Congress (ANC) said, he will not receive a presidential salary, if elected at the polls in 2029.
Cummings told OK FM morning phone-in show on Wednesday, April 28, that his administration will set a new tone for transparency and accountability at the highest level of government.
“I will not take a salary as president,” Cummings firmly stated.
He added: “The full amount allocated for the presidency would be publicly disclosed for public use, not for oneself.”
He further pledged to inform Liberians about the exact where, and how those funds would be donated for public consumption to ease the everlasting hardship from the country.
By that, Cummings is meanwhile, pushing for a reform-driven agenda, centered on restoring public trust and promoting financial openness in governance. Political observers say, the pledge, if implemented, could mark a significant shift in how leadership accountability is perceived.
While some citizens have welcomed the move as a bold sacrifice, others have called for broader systemic reforms beyond symbolic gestures.
Nonetheless, Cummings’ statement has injected renewed energy into national political conversation ahead of the next electoral cycle.
His remarks are expected to fuel further discussions on leadership ethics, public spending, and transparency in governance landscape.
Credit: OK FM 99.5 and OK TV