George M. Weah
George M. Weah is a Liberian politician and former professional footballer, who has been serving as the President of Liberia since January 2018. Before entering politics, Weah had a successful career as a footballer, playing for clubs such as AC Milan and winning the FIFA World Player of the Year award in 1995. Following his retirement from football, he transitioned into politics, initially serving as a senator before winning the presidency. Weah's administration has focused on national development and economic reform, although it has faced criticism regarding corruption and governance issues, particularly highlighted by recent legal challenges involving former officials from his administration.
Born on Oct 01, 1966 (58 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Liberia | 2 | 7.00 | 0.79% | +0% | 5,057,681 | 39,982 | $3,000 | 24$ |
| Totals | 2 | 5,057,681 | 39,982 | $3,000 | 24$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Liberia:
Former Presidents Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and George M. Weah were commended for their contributions to Liberia's renewed global engagement.
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Liberia:
George M. Weah served as the President of Liberia during the period covered by the GAC audit report.
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Liberia:
The scale of the payroll fraud comes as a shock, especially given that under the previous administration of President George M. Weah, biannual verifications were supposedly conducted.
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Liberia:
Former President George M. Weah is mentioned as part of the process to bring about an amicable resolution to the ongoing crisis.
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Liberia:
The country is being balkanized between the ruling establishment and the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) of former President George M. Weah, who lost reelection last year.
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Liberia:
Former President George M. Weah initiated the construction of this highway back in December 2020.
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Liberia:
President George M. Weah is associated with the former officials accused of corruption.
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