The Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) has expressed profound disappointment over what it called ‘false and misleading’ front-page article published by The Liberian Investigator on Friday, April 18, 2025, titled “PPCC Disowns Yellow Machine Deal: Boakai Govt Faces ETON & EBOMAF-style Transparency Scandal”.
The article in question ‘erroneously’ attributes a statement to PPCC Executive Director, Bodger Scott Johnson, claiming the Commission “has no record to show about its involvement in any part of the yellow machine deal” and insinuating that the PPCC disavowed the procurement process.
“This assertion is categorically false. At no time did Mr. Johnson make such a declaration to The Liberian Investigator or any other media entity. The Commission was neither consulted for verification nor granted an opportunity to respond prior to publication. The PPCC, as the statutory regulator of public procurement, remains committed to ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and Concessions Act (PPCA). Any insinuation that the Commission would obstruct Liberia’s development agenda is baseless and irresponsible,” the PPCC has refuted.
Contrary to the report, the Commission said it worked closely with the Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs (MOS) for the acquisition of theYellow Machine.
“PPCC fully endorses the Government of Liberia’s ARREST Agenda and rejects the newspaper’s attempt to draw parallels with past controversies. The Commission’s mandate is to safeguard transparency and value-for-money in procurement, not to undermine legitimate development initiatives. The PPCC wishes to emphasize its continual collaboration with all branches of government, including the Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs, to uphold procurement integrity,” the Commission clarified.
The PPCC then urged The Liberian Investigator and all media institutions to prioritize accuracy, cross-verification of facts, and ethical reporting.
The Commission said it stands ready to engage with journalists to clarify its role in Liberia’s procurement ecosystem.
The Commission also said it remains focused on its mission to ensure that public procurement processes adhere to legal frameworks that protect Liberia’s interests as we ensure transparency, fairness, and efficiency in all public procurement and concessions processes.