Joseph Boakai

Joseph Boakai

politician Liberia

Joseph Boakai is a prominent Liberian politician and former Vice President of Liberia, having served under President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf from 2006 to 2018. A member of the Unity Party, he has been a key figure in Liberian politics for decades, known for his advocacy of peace and democracy in the post-civil war era. His recent State of the Nation Address has sparked discussions regarding the legitimacy of the current political leadership in the House of Representatives.

Born on Nov 30, 1944 (80 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.26%
Persistence
9 wks
Reach
6,086,670
Power
251,090$
Sentiment
5.68
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 33 5.91 1.04% +10% 331,002,651 3,803,544 $21,000,000 241,311$
Liberia 27 7.19 9.22% +90% 5,057,681 885,526 $3,000 525$
United Kingdom 3 6.33 0.11% +10% 67,886,011 80,152 $2,700,000 3,188$
Sri Lanka 2 8.50 0.19% +0% 21,413,249 40,748 $84,000 160$
Costa Rica 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 5,094,118 3,027 $62,000 37$
Dominican Republic 1 6.00 0.07% +0% 10,847,910 7,760 $89,000 64$
Jamaica 1 5.00 0.07% +0% 2,961,167 2,078 $15,000 11$
Panama 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 4,314,768 3,322 $76,000 59$
Bolivia 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 11,673,021 7,023 $40,000 24$
Guyana 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 786,552 624 $6,000 5$
Turkey 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 84,339,067 50,715 $720,000 433$
Sweden 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 10,099,265 5,923 $530,000 311$
Switzerland 1 6.00 0.07% +0% 8,654,622 6,186 $700,000 500$
Portugal 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 10,196,709 6,421 $240,000 151$
Finland 1 7.00 0.18% +0% 5,540,718 10,038 $272,000 493$
Hungary 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 9,660,351 7,854 $160,000 130$
Slovakia 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 5,459,642 3,229 $110,000 65$
Luxembourg 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 625,978 474 $73,000 55$
Iceland 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 341,243 204 $24,000 14$
India 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 1,380,004,385 828,831 $2,900,000 1,742$
Pakistan 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 220,892,331 77,533 $280,000 98$
Bangladesh 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 164,689,383 135,658 $350,000 288$
Israel 1 5.00 0.07% +0% 9,216,900 6,132 $400,000 266$
Tanzania 1 7.00 0.15% +0% 59,734,213 89,826 $63,000 95$
Canada 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 38,005,238 23,843 $1,700,000 1,066$
Totals 86 2,468,497,173 6,086,671 $32,597,000 251,091$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Boakai’s speech highlighted progress in road construction and support for farmers during Liberia’s Independence Day celebration. 7

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Boakai’s Remarks on Roads, Local Food Spark Mixed Reactions | Farming

Liberia Liberia: Rev. Dunn addressed President Joseph Boakai, urging him to take more courage and political will to tackle corruption. 6

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: “Corruption It’s Not Just the President’s Fight” | News

Liberia Liberia: Rev. Dunn addressed President Joseph Boakai directly, urging him to take more courage and political will to tackle corruption. 6

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: “It’s Not Just the President’s Fight” | News

Liberia Liberia: She expressed gratitude to President Joseph Boakai for entrusting her with the role of Assistant Minister. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Assistant Minister Karishma Undertakes Executive Leadership Study at Harvard | News

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Boakai's leadership was credited for the transformation of the EPA under Dr. Urey Yarkpawolo. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Modern EPA Headquarters, Scientific Lab Dedicated | News

Liberia Liberia: The press conference marked the culmination of Dr. Houinato’s extensive engagements with key national actors, including President Joseph Boakai. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: UN Women Regional Director Applauds Liberia’s Progress on Gender Equality | News

Liberia Liberia: Aligning the AfDB’s High5s agenda with President Joseph Boakai's ARREST Agenda, Adesina pledged full AfDB support to help Liberia industrialize and diversify its economy. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: “The Export of Raw Materials Is the Door to Poverty” | Business

Liberia Liberia: Joseph Boakai launched the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development (2025–2029) to support agricultural development in Liberia. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Extension Officers’ Capacity on Soybean Production Strengthened | News