The Deputy Information Minister, Daniel Sando, has sharply criticized Senator Crayton Duncan of Sinoe County, describing the lawmaker’s recent remarks about President Joseph Boakai as “complete reckless” Senator Duncan had publicly claimed that President Boakai is “too old” and that his administration has “failed the country.” Deputy Minister Sando strongly rejected these assertions, calling them both misleading and disrespectful. “There is something fundamentally wrong with Senator Duncan for saying the government has failed,” Sando stated emphatically during the briefing. He pointed to key development projects under President Boakai’s administration as evidence of effective governance. In particular, Deputy Minister Sando highlighted the paving of major roads leading to Sinoe County, Duncan’s own constituency projects that have significantly improved accessibility even during the rainy season. According to the Deputy Minister, these developments directly contradict Duncan’s claims of failure and reflect tangible progress achieved under Boakai’s leadership. Sando also termed Duncan’s remarks not only baseless but also indicative of poor judgment and a lack of political maturity. “Senator Duncan should take a moment to reflect on what has been accomplished rather than resorting to reckless and divisive statements,” Sando emphasized. The Deputy Minister also called on Liberians to discern fact from political rhetoric, urging citizens to look at concrete developments rather than being swayed by inflammatory statements. “President Boakai’s administration has prioritized national development, including infrastructure, education, and healthcare, even in regions like Sinoe County,” Sando noted, adding that the claims of failure are politically motivated and designed to mislead the public. Speaking during the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs, and Tourism (MICAT) weekly press briefing, Sando stressed public officials have a responsibility to maintain respect for institutions and leaders, regardless of political differences. “It is one thing to critique policies constructively; it is another to make baseless personal attacks,” he added. The Deputy Minister warned that rhetoric of this nature threatens national unity and undermines public confidence in leadership. In closing, Sando reaffirmed the Ministry of Information’s commitment to providing accurate information and countering false narratives that may circulate in the media. He called on Senator Duncan to apologize for his remarks or provide evidence to support his allegations against the President, emphasizing that respect and accountability are fundamental to Liberia’s democratic process. The press briefing concluded with the Deputy Minister urging all political actors to prioritize national development over personal attacks, reminding citizens that progress is measured by tangible results, not rhetoric.
