Joseph Nyuma Boakai
LiberiapoliticianMaleb. 19447.6Global Dominance: 0.00%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.
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President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has challenged Liberians in the diaspora to move beyond dialogue and channel their skills into concrete investments in Liberia.
Boakai Seeks Stronger Diaspora Role in Nat’l Development | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-27Joseph Nyuma Boakai is the President of the Republic of Liberia and delivered a statement to the United Nations General Assembly.
Statement by His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, President of the Republic of Liberia, To the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-09-25
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has called for urgent reform of the international financial system.
Boakai Calls for Urgent Debt Relief, Cheaper Financing for Poor Nations | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-25The law was approved by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on July 3, 2026.
“Cybercrime Law Not Meant to Silence Free Speech” | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-25
President Boakai has delivered a forceful call for a fundamental restructuring of the international system, demanding permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council.
Boakai Demands Permanent African Seats on UN Security Council | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-25
Joseph Nyuma Boakai is the President of Liberia and served as Chief Patron of Sports at a recent fundraising gala.
Lone Star Set for AFCON 2027 Qualifier in Kigali | SportsLiberia· 2026-09-24
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has delivered a forceful call for a fundamental restructuring of the international system.
Boakai Demands Permanent African Seats on UN Security Council | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-24President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is advancing Liberia's emerging natural-capital strategy.
Liberia Targets $30B Natural Capital Through Carbon Market | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-24
Joseph Nyuma Boakai is the President of Liberia who will address the United Nations General Assembly.
Today Boakai Addresses the World. What Will He Say? | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-24
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai reached an important consensus at the FOCAC Beijing Summit to designate 2026 as the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
Four Global Initiatives: China’s global vision,world commitment and international responsibility | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-09-23
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is being appealed to by the Association of Liberian Construction Contractors for better access to government projects.
Liberian Contractors Appeal to Boakai Over Access to Govt Projects | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-23
Nathaniel S. Toe Jr. commended President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for supporting the continued development of Tubman University.
Maryland Supt. Demands More Funding for Tubman University | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-22
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai was recognized for providing political backing to the Women, Peace and Security agenda.
Liberia Takes Women, Peace Agenda to UN Security Council | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-22
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has made the revival of the Putu Iron Ore Mining Project a priority.
GGBA Challenges AMR to Deepen Engagement in Grand Gedeh | DevelopmentLiberia· 2026-09-22
He is the President of the Republic of Liberia who entrusted a young woman with the mandate to reimagine the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
Building PATHWAYs for Liberia’s Youth | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-09-21
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is taking a more visible role across the delegation’s program.
Make Liberia’s Global Voice Count | EditorialsLiberia· 2026-09-21
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai leads Liberia into United Nations High-Level Week with an unusually ambitious program of side events.
Liberia Takes Its Case to UNGA | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-21
Then-Vice President Joseph Nyuma Boakai served as keynote speaker at the first AGSM.
Liberia’s Health Sector Faces Tough 2030 Performance Test | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-18
Mayor Geekor commended President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and the Ministry of Transport for extending the decentralization initiative to Pleebo-Sodoken District.
Transport Ministry Breaks Ground for Over US$187K Regional Office | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-18
Joseph Nyuma Boakai is the President whose initiative led to the extension of electricity into Gedetarbo.
Gedetarbo Residents Demand MVTI Construction | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-17
President Boakai announced Tweh's appointment to Defense on September 11 as part of a broader government reshuffle.
Tweh Takes Defense Helm | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-17
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s appointment of Christopher Beh Bailey as the county’s new superintendent was publicly welcomed by citizens.
G/Gedeh Citizens Welcome Bailey’s Appointment as Supt. | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-17
The 2023 elections produced another peaceful transition, with Joseph Nyuma Boakai defeating Weah in a closely contested runoff and assuming office in January 2024.
Young Liberians Demand Seats at the Table of Democracy | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-16
He is the President of Liberia.
“Seventeen Years of Excellence: Advancing Knowledge Innovation and Service” | OpinionLiberia· 2026-09-15
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has publicly pledged support for Chief Justice Gbeisay's judicial reform agenda.
Gbeisay Tightens the LNBA | LegalLiberia· 2026-09-15
President Boakai launched an ambitious campaign to raise US$10 million for the Lone Star and the broader development of football across the country.
Bea Mountain Leads Lone Star Fundraising With US$50K Pledge | SportsLiberia· 2026-09-15
Dunbar serves as Special Envoy to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for Trade and Investment.
Liberia Courts Caribbean Investors | BusinessLiberia· 2026-09-15
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai appointed Cllr. Oswald Tweh as Acting Minister of National Defense.
Civil Society Groups Back Tweh’s Appointment as Acting Defense Minister | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-14
Senator Biney has reportedly engaged President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on the need to provide electricity to the community.
LEC Begins Gedetarbo Electricity Project | NewsLiberia· 2026-09-14
Koung said the Task Force will be established on the directive of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai.
Koung Orders Task Force to Resolve Liberia’s Bad Loans | BusinessLiberia· 2026-09-14