By: Akoi M. Baysah, Jr.
The Executive Director of the Governance Commission (GC), Jallah C. Kesselly, has urged the Liberian media and and journalists to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and responsibility.
Speaking Wednesday at the 2025 National Broadcaster Media Awards ceremony held at the Monrovia City Hall, Mr. Kesselly described the media as a critical partner in Liberia’s development and democratic growth.
He emphasized that the role of the media goes beyond holding government accountable, extending to serving as a principled voice that champions truth and promotes higher standards across society.
“The broader progress of Liberia cannot be fully realized without a strong, responsible, and engaged media sector,” Mr. Kesselly said.
“For this reason, we place great expectations on you across all spheres of your work. You must continue to uphold the highest standards of ethics, accuracy, and excellence, just as we, in turn, must continue to treat the media with the respect and recognition it deserves.”
Highlighting the mandate of the Governance Commission, Mr. Kesselly, who has a strong background in media, reiterated the importance of ethical journalism in fostering transparency, accountability, and informed public discourse.
The award ceremony recognized several mainstream journalists and broadcast institutions for their outstanding work in 2025. Mr. Kesselly congratulated the nominees and awardees, encouraging them to remain committed to public service with honesty, courage, and dedication.
He further cautioned media practitioners against allowing their platforms to be used merely as temporary tools, stressing that the media must remain consistently valued and engaged in national development efforts.
“Liberia’s broadcast media plays a critical role in informing citizens, fostering national dialogue, and strengthening our democracy,” he noted.
“These awards celebrate professionalism, integrity, and innovation in journalism.”Mr. Kesselly also pledged the Governance Commission’s support for policies that protect creators, strengthen accountability, and promote the growth of Liberia’s broadcast and music sectors.
He underscored that modern publishing and rights frameworks are essential to building a fair, transparent, and sustainable creative industry.
