Prince Y. Johnson
Prince Y. Johnson was a prominent Liberian politician and former senator known for his controversial role during Liberia's civil wars. His passing created a vacancy that necessitated a by-election, prompting renewed political activity within the National Elections Commission (NEC) and a focus on maintaining the integrity of Liberia's democratic processes.
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Nimba County Senator Prince Y. Johnson was mourned as a prominent political figure.
Annual Message Full Text: From Resolve to Results: Building on Progress and Delivering for the Liberian People. | Politics
Liberia· 2026-01-27
A quiet memorial ceremony was held to honor the late Senator of Nimba County, Prince Y. Johnson.
Memorial Ceremony for Sen. Prince Y. Johnson Held Quietly | NewsLiberia· 2025-12-04
The late Senator Prince Y. Johnson was one of Nimba’s most influential and polarizing political figures.
Dillon’s Nimbaians Predicament | NewsLiberia· 2025-11-20
Senator Prince Y. Johnson's death in 2024 has left students uncertain about their academic future.
Students Protest at PYJ Polytechnic Over Transfer Documents | NewsLiberia· 2025-10-03
The by-election was marred by clashes between supporters of Prince Y. Johnson’s Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction and those of Barleah.
Wongbay Takes NEC to Court Over Nimba By-Election | NewsLiberia· 2025-09-16
Representative Bility rejected claims that loyalty to the late Senator Prince Y. Johnson symbolized political unity in Nimba.
One Nimba Politic Is A Myth | NewsLiberia· 2025-08-30
The late Senator Prince Y. Johnson was mentioned as the previous senator before Samuel Kogar.
Preliminary Result Puts Kortor Kwagrue In Commanding Lead |Liberia· 2025-08-13
Thomas was the son of Senator Johnson’s legitimate wife.
VP Koung, Others Pay Homage to Late Sen. Johnson’s Son | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-25
Justice Gbeisay was defeated by now-Senator Prince Y. Johnson in his senatorial aspirations.
Senate Confirms Gbeisay as Liberia’s New Chief Justice | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-18
Prince Y. Johnson was the late Senator whose seat was filled by Samuel Kogar.
11 Candidates to Contest Nimba By-elections | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-15
Prince Y. Johnson led the anti-government faction that captured and killed President Doe.
The Reburial of Doe and Tolbert: A Roadmap for National Reconciliation | CommentariesLiberia· 2025-07-04
Former Senator Prince Y. Johnson was infamous for the torture and killing of President Samuel Kanyon Doe.
President Boakai’s Painful but Necessary Balancing Act | EditorialsLiberia· 2025-06-30
Senator Prince Y. Johnson was mentioned as the man who tortured and executed Samuel Doe.
“Tuzon Feels Seen Again” | NewsLiberia· 2025-06-30
Prince Y. Johnson was a longtime political figure in Nimba whose death led to the vacancy.
Senate Vets NEC’s US$276K Budget for Nimba By-Election | NewsLiberia· 2025-06-20
Prince Y. Johnson is the late Senator and party founder whose legacy was mentioned in the context of the accusations against the MDR leadership.
“Liberians Deserve Liberian Jobs!” | NewsLiberia· 2025-06-17
Prince Y. Johnson was the late Senator whose seat was replaced by Samuel G. Kogra.
Bories Barlea Embarks Rehabilitation Of Road In Nimba District # 5 | NewsLiberia· 2025-05-27
The vacancy in the Nimba County Senate was left by the late Senator Prince Y. Johnson.
NEC Official By-Election Results Fluctuate | PoliticsLiberia· 2025-04-24
The seat became vacant following the sudden death of Senator Prince Y. Johnson.
Edith Gongloe Weh Takes Early Lead in Nimba Senatorial By-Election, NEC Says | PoliticsLiberia· 2025-04-23
The by-election was called to fill the seat left vacant by the passing of Sen. Prince Y. Johnson.
Kogar Takes Commanding Leads in Nimba By-Election | PoliticsLiberia· 2025-04-23
Senator Prince Y. Johnson, whose legendary influence on Nimba politics earned him the symbolic title of 'Political Goalkeeper,' has passed away.
Who Becomes Next Political Goalkeeper of Nimba on Next Tuesday? | CommentariesLiberia· 2025-04-15
The by-election will determine the replacement for the late Senator Prince Y. Johnson.
Nimba By-election Campaign Heats Up | PoliticsLiberia· 2025-04-10
Senator Prince Y. Johnson's monumental contributions to Nimba’s socio-political freedom are now immortalized in history.
Madam Edith Gongloe-Weh: Certain Secret Agenda Exposed | CommentariesLiberia· 2025-04-04
Senator Prince Y. Johnson's political legacy shaped the county’s leadership for decades.
“Nimbaians Deserve Better” | NewsLiberia· 2025-03-14
The vacancy left as a result of the passing of Senator Prince Y. Johnson.
Boakai Lifts NEC Chair Suspension | BusinessLiberia· 2025-02-20