Joseph Boakai
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)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberia | 14 | 6.50 | 4.52% | +160% | 5,057,681 | 593,870 | $3,000 | 352$ |
| Totals | 14 | 5,057,681 | 593,870 | $3,000 | 352$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Liberia:
Terminal owners have appealed directly to President Joseph Boakai to step in before the sector unravels.
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Liberia:
Terminal owners are urging President Joseph Boakai’s administration to intervene immediately to prevent a collapse of the sector.
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Liberia:
President Boakai urged ministers to redirect their discussions toward building a stronger economy.
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Liberia:
In 2025, President Joseph Boakai suspended over 450 officials on grounds of their inability to come out and declare assets.
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Liberia:
Ngafuan stated that distractions would not derail his focus on development priorities under President Joseph Boakai’s administration.
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Liberia:
Joseph Boakai accepted Pelham-Raad's resignation letter after her suspension.
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Liberia:
President Joseph Boakai nominated Kamara to lead the LTA.
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Liberia:
President Joseph Boakai has named Samuel A. Stevquoah as Liberia’s new Minister of State for Presidential Affairs.
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Liberia:
President Joseph Boakai issued a directive to clear arrears owed to part-time faculty during Dr. Maparyan’s investiture ceremony.
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Liberia:
The fee hike underscores President Boakai’s determination to balance the country’s reliance on foreign investment.
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