Joseph Nyuma Boakai

Joseph Nyuma Boakai

politician Liberia

Joseph Nyuma Boakai is a prominent Liberian politician who currently serves as the President of Liberia. He has a long history of public service, previously holding the position of Vice President from 2006 to 2017 under President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Boakai is known for his focus on economic growth, job creation, and investment in key sectors such as agriculture and infrastructure. His recent State of the Nation Address emphasized the importance of attracting foreign direct investment to combat unemployment and improve the living standards of Liberians. However, he faces significant challenges related to bureaucratic inefficiencies and the performance of the National Investment Commission (NIC) in fostering a conducive investment climate.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
303,461
Power
180$
Sentiment
7.64
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Liberia 11 7.64 5.00% +20% 5,057,681 303,461 $3,000 180$
Totals 11 5,057,681 303,461 $3,000 180$
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Recent Mentions

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai received the 2024 Annual Activities Report from LPRC. 7

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: LPRC Contributed US$2.5M to 2024 National Budget | Business

Liberia Liberia: Joseph Nyuma Boakai is the President of Liberia who launched the Performance Management and Compliance System. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Liberian Delegation Embarks on Study Tour in Sierra Leone | News

Liberia Liberia: President Boakai expressed his confidence in the medical team and reiterated the government’s commitment to addressing the nation’s overwhelming medical needs. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Gov’t Takes Step Towards Strengthening Healthcare | News

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s recent pronouncement that Liberia would double rice production this year by developing 6,500 hectares of lowland in several counties. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Bong Rice Farmers Encouraged to Transition to Lowland | Farming

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has successfully secured the Liberia Medical Mission (LMM) 2025 as a Special Presidential Project to enhance Liberia's healthcare system. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Boakai Secures Liberia Medical Mission 2025 | News

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration has been criticized for its slow progress in delivering on its promises. 3

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Naymote Report Slams Boakai Administration for Slow Progress in First Year | News

Liberia Liberia: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to addressing the challenges confronting Liberia’s Armed Forces. 8

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Boakai Commits to Strengthening Liberia’s Armed Forces | News

Liberia Liberia: Information Minister Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, representing President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, officially inaugurated Monrovia Week. 7

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Mayor Siafa Calls on Residents to Help Elevate Monrovia’s Status | News