Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Liberia LiberiapoliticianFemaleb. 19387.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the first female President of Liberia and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, served from 2006 to 2018 and is recognized for her efforts in post-civil war reconstruction, including ambitious infrastructure promises such as the Ganta-Yekepa road project, which ultimately remained uncompleted during her administration.

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Chambers served as a Representative for 12 years during the administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf before becoming Speaker of the 54th National Legislature.

Ex-Speaker Calls for ‘Fearless’ Review of MOPP, Cavalla Operations | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-08-10
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf addressed the dangers of complicity and sycophancy in governance.

The Role of Loyalty in Political Engagement: A Critique of Blind Allegiance in Liberia’s Political Landscape: | Commentaries
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-08-07
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The Police Chief recalled Liberia’s previous success in combating international drug networks between 2008 and 2013, when the government partnered with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) following a request from former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

US$336M Cocaine Destroyed | Crime
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-08-03
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's controversial role in the political transition that brought Weah to power is being revisited.

Weah’s Return Announcement Reopens Old Questions | Politics
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-08-03
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Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf declared corruption as a 'Vampire' in 2005.

Govts’ Fight against Corruption Vs Citizens Reactions | Commentaries
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-31
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During the administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, substantial infrastructure investments were undertaken in partnership with development institutions.

House Pledges to Fasttrack Boakai’s Road Agenda | Development
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-31
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has served as Patron of AWLN since March 2019.

AWLN Opens Women’s Financial Inclusion Confab | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-30
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf continues to cast a long shadow over Liberian politics even after leaving office.

Sirleaf’s Legacy Back Under Scrutiny | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-29
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's institutional rebuilding agenda is referenced in the context of governance reforms in Liberia.

Council of Churches Calls on Leaders to Govern with Integrity | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-29
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Former president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was mentioned as having previously issued issues regarding FGM.

Liberia to Lift Ban on FGM | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-20
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Former President Sirleaf praised the publication for confronting difficult truths about leadership and organizational decline.

Sirleaf, Bility Urge Stronger Institutional Accountability | Books
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-16
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf advocated for the removal of the constitutional restriction, arguing that citizenship laws should reflect contemporary democratic values and open the country to broader inclusion.

Dr. Pailey Reignites Citizenship Reform, Land Security Debate | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-08
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During the administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the Executive Mansion website was regularly updated with employment opportunities.

The Executive Mansion Website Should Be Liberia's Gateway to National Opportunities | Commentaries
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-07
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Greene referenced former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf as a leader who achieved great success from humble origins.

Orphaned Graduates Encouraged to Dream Beyond Poverty | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-07
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Kanubah echoed former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s metaphor that 'corruption is a vampire.'

PUL Urges Swift Establishment of Nat’l Anti-Corruption Court | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-07-01
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Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf helped rebuild her country’s international credibility.

How Samia is redefining women’s diplomacy in Africa
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-06-30
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf publicly suggested that Zekepa could one day be considered as a possible future capital city.

VP Koung Takes Development Message to Long-Neglected Zekepa | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-06-29
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Ngafuan recalled his earlier visit during the initial establishment of the facility under former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

Ngafuan Links Budget Growth to Decentralization Drive | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-06-23
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf conferred on Rev. Dr. Karngar the rank of Grand Commander of the Order of the Star of Africa.

UMU Honors Rev. Dr. Karngar for Lifetime Service to Church, Nation | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-06-19
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He was appointed Relieving Judge by former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

Retired Judge Gilayeneh Laid to Rest | Obituaries
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-06-01
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf addressed African auditors in Monrovia this week, emphasizing the importance of governance in Liberia's postwar recovery.

Africa Does Not Have a Resource Crisis, It Has an Accountability Crisis | Editorials
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-05-27
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf urged lawmakers to amend a controversial constitutional provision that restricts citizenship to people of 'Negro descent.'

Sirleaf Rekindles Debate on ‘Racist Clause’ | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-03-06
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was invited to speak on the topic: 'Leadership and Governance.'

Ex-President Sirleaf, Foreign Envoys to Meet Lawmakers | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-03-05
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Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf expressed concern over the need for laws protecting citizens from online gender-based attacks.

House Reviews Amendment to Kamara Abdullah Kamara Law to Protect Women | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-03-04
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Ngafuan drew inspiration from former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, noting that he has been lucky to cross paths with great women including her.

MFDP Launches Professional Women Association | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-02-20
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Browne later provided critical security intelligence during the administration of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

Security Veteran Warns of Extremist Spillover | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-02-19
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During the Unity Party–led administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, some of these routes were reopened under a United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) Quick Impact Project.

Gov’t to Pave Over 13 Kilometers of Streets in Ganta | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-02-19
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They traced the origin of their claim to 2006, when former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf reportedly acknowledged the government’s obligation to settle liabilities left by defunct timber companies.

Ex-Timber Workers Protest Over US$7.1M Salary Arrears | News
Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981·LiberiaLiberia· 2026-02-17
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Former President of Liberia, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, was present at the event.

No more foreign funds for cocoa: No mineral will be exported without processing - President Mahama
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-16
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