By 𝐁𝐲: Moses P. Smith
The Government of Liberia is expected to retire 2,718 public employees across 67 government spending entities effective December 31, 2026. The announcement was made Tuesday by Civil Service Agency (CSA) Director-General Dr. Josiah F. Joekai during the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing in Monrovia.
Dr. Joekai said the final number was confirmed following a nationwide pre-retirement counseling and data collection exercise conducted jointly by the CSA and the National Social Security and Welfare Corporation (NASSCORP). He explained that the verified figure represents a reduction from more than 6,000 employees initially identified for retirement based on age and health conditions.
The Ministries of Education and Health remain the most affected sectors, although specialized personnel in critical services may be retained for up to two years to prevent disruptions. Joekai assured retirees that the government would ensure a dignified transition, while eligible retirees are expected to begin receiving pension benefits from NASSCORP in January 2027.
The CSA has also requested funding from the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning for a retirement handshake package to support departing employees. The exercise forms part of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s civil service reform agenda aimed at cleaning the government payroll, eliminating ghost names, and creating employment opportunities for younger professionals.
