Boakai Tells Religious Community: You Have a Greater Role to Play in Building Liberia

Monrovia, Liberia: Liberian President Joseph Boakai has challenged the religious community to act in pushing national development forward through divine prayers for the state.

By: Lawrena Wesseh

The Liberian leader said the Church, Mosque, and other centers of worship have a greater responsibility in the nation-building process of Liberia.

He noted that the religious community must serve as the pillar of faith and unity to promote spiritual discipline of the state in seeking God's intervention in national development.

“The Church has a role. The Mosque has a role. The private sector has a role. Families and communities have roles. Every Liberian has a responsibility in building this nation,” he stated.

Speaking at the Presidential Prayer Breakfast on Monday, May 25, 2026 in Monrovia, Boakai furthered that while his government is implementing developmental projects, Liberia’s future depends on both human effort and divine guidance.

“While governments make plans, institutions carry responsibilities, and citizens work daily to build a better country, we must never lose sight of the divine hand that guides nations,” he stressed.

However, President Boakai urged Liberians to strengthen spiritual bonds with God, saying that with faith, unity, discipline, and hard work—bright days lie ahead of the country.

According to him, religious leaders, including pastors and imams should take the lead in encouraging citizens to match faith with responsibility for development.

He declared: “A praying nation must also be a responsible nation. A faithful people must also be disciplined people,” the President declared.

The Liberian Chief Executive described the Presidential Prayer Breakfast as an example of national unity and said it demonstrates how Liberians from different sectors can come together for the common good of the country.

Meanwhile, he assured the gathering that his administration remains committed to advancing national development, including road infrastructure, electricity, and employment opportunities.

He also pointed to Liberia’s recent election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council as a sign of renewed trust in Liberia’s democratic leadership.

For their part at the occasion, religious leaders called on President Boakai and other government officials to make God the foundation of governance.

In remarks, a visiting clergyman Reverend Ramesh Richards said all sectors should work collectively and forge one goal for the success of the state. 

“If you embrace Him as the rock of your life, you can begin to build a house that will stand from now into eternity,” Reverend Richards emphasized.

The Presidential Prayer Breakfast was attended by government officials led by President Joseph Boakai as well as a cross-section of leaders from the religious community.