….Posts Historic US$818 Million Collection
By Amos Harris
MONROVIA – The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), under the leadership of Commissioner General James Dorbor Jallah, has achieved a landmark milestone in domestic revenue mobilization, reinforcing its pivotal role in driving Liberia’s fiscal stability and national development. At a press conference held on Monday, December 29, 2025, at the LRA Headquarters, Commissioner General Jallah announced that the Authority generated approximately US$818 million in domestic revenue for the 2025 fiscal year. This historic figure exceeds the approved national target of US$804.6 million by US$13.4 million, marking the highest revenue collection ever recorded in the nation’s history.
This performance signals a significant upward trend in Liberia’s economic governance and institutional efficiency. The 2025 collection represents a massive US$119 million increase over the 2024 collection of US$699 million, showcasing strong momentum in the country’s resource mobilization efforts. The milestone marks a major victory for Liberia’s economic oversight and underscores the LRA’s mandate to mobilize revenue in a sustainable, transparent, and lawful manner. Since its establishment, the Authority has implemented wide-ranging reforms aimed at strengthening tax compliance, modernizing administration, and building public confidence.
Commissioner General Jallah noted that while the 2024 and 2025 revenue targets were initially met with skepticism, the LRA has now surpassed national goals for two consecutive years. This achievement was realized despite significant operational constraints, including limited financial resources, logistics, and human capacity. According to the Commissioner General, the LRA has consistently “done more with less,” making this record-breaking performance even more noteworthy. He emphasized that this is more than just a statistical success, serving instead as clear evidence that disciplined and professional public institutions can deliver meaningful results for the Liberian people.
The Commissioner General extended profound gratitude to the staff of the LRA, whom he described as Liberia’s “unsung heroes.” From the headquarters to the ports, borders, and field offices across the 15 counties, he commended their resilience and unwavering commitment to national service. He also applauded the strong collaboration with other government institutions, including customs officers and various line ministries, stressing that domestic revenue mobilization remains a shared national responsibility.
Looking ahead, the Government of Liberia has set an ambitious domestic revenue target of US$1.176 billion for 2026. While acknowledging global and domestic economic challenges, the LRA leadership reaffirmed its firm commitment to this new mandate. To support the 2026 goal, the Authority plans to deepen reforms and accelerate digital transformation. These efforts will include expanding automation, enhancing data-driven compliance systems, and preparing for the effective introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) alongside nationwide taxpayer education campaigns.
Commissioner General Jallah concluded the briefing by expressing his appreciation to compliant taxpayers, including both individuals and businesses, for fulfilling their civic responsibilities. He encouraged participants in the informal sector to join the national tax system, noting that broadening the tax base is essential to easing the burden on existing taxpayers and ensuring sustainable national development. Reaffirming the Authority’s commitment to fairness and excellence, Jallah declared that the LRA remains fully dedicated to supporting Liberia’s growth agenda through accountable revenue mobilization.