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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says corruption remains one of Liberia’s biggest challenges, warning that anti-graft laws are not being respected or enforced. Speaking on “Changing Minds, Changing Attitudes” on LNTV, she admitted not everything was perfect under her government but urged current leaders to “change it and take a stance.”

The House of Representatives is reviewing a proposal to spend over US$1.09 million on vehicles for all 73 Chiefs of Office Staff, with each car priced at US$15,000. While lawmakers argue it will ease transportation challenges for their staff, many Liberians have slammed the move as selfish and wasteful, questioning why such spending is being considered amid economic hardship.