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Nigeria President Bola Tinubu Extends Congratulations to Liberia’s President-Elect Joseph Boakai

In a gracious acknowledgment of Liberia’s successful presidential poll, President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the President-elect, Joseph Boakai. The Nigerian leader commended the government and people of Liberia for their commitment to the democratic process, emphasizing the significance of a smooth and transparent election. President Tinubu’s congratulatory message, conveyed through his […]

African Union Extends Congratulations to President-Elect Boakai, Commends Liberia’s Democratic Progress

The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, expressed heartfelt congratulations to Joseph Boakai on Monday, following the announcement of the official election results that declared him the President of Liberia. In a press statement, Chairperson Faki not only acknowledged Boakai’s victory but also commended the outgoing President George Weah for his […]

Statement from President Joe Biden Congratulating Joseph Boakai as President-elect of Liberia

I congratulate Joseph Boakai on his election to be the next president of Liberia.  These free and fair elections and presidential runoff demonstrated Liberians’ commitment to making their voices heard through the ballot box, and I look forward to working together to continue deepening the ties between our nations and people in the years ahead. I […]

UNITY PARTY (UP): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Unity Party bemoans the tragic loss of lives of its partisans and supporters of the rescue mission in a targeted act of domestic terrorism. Monrovia-November 20, 2023: The Unity Party is deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic act of domestic terrorism that occurred at about 11pm, Monday evening resulting in the loss of several […]

Domestic Terrorism Strikes Liberia: Arrests Made in Connection with Attack on Unity Party Headquarters

Liberia, a nation that has made significant strides in its journey towards political stability, was shaken by a heinous act of domestic terrorism during the celebration at the Unity Party (UP) headquarters. Criminal gang leaders, identified as Mustapha, Long John, Lawrence K. Williams, and others, orchestrated an attack that resulted in the tragic loss of […]

The Missed Opportunity: Alexander B. Cummings and the Liberian Presidential Election

In the aftermath of the October 10, 2023 Presidential election in Liberia, a closer examination of the electoral dynamics reveals a significant missed opportunity for Alexander B. Cummings. The former presidential candidate, who garnered 7% of the votes in the 2017 election, saw a decline to a mere 1.6% in 2023. This decline in support […]

George Weah’s Call for Unity: Navigating Impunity and the Fight Against Corruption

As Liberia stands on the brink of a peaceful transition of power, President George Weah, in his concession speech, has made a plea for unity, urging citizens to bridge the deep divisions within the country. However, this call for unity has sparked a debate, as some view it as an attempt to secure impunity for […]

Amb. Joseph N. Boakai and Senator Jeremaih Kpan Koung Declared Winners in Liberia’s 2023 Presidential Run-off Election

In a historic moment for Liberia, the National Elections Commission (NEC) has officially declared Amb. Joseph N. Boakai and Senator Jeremaih Kpan Koung of the Unity Party (UP) as the winners of the 2023 Presidential Run-off Election. The announcement comes after a closely contested electoral process that captivated the nation’s attention. The final results reveal […]

Unity in Action: Liberians Volunteer to Cleanse Monrovia Ahead of Amb. Joseph Nyumah Boakai’s Inauguration

In a remarkable display of civic pride and communal responsibility, Liberians are coming together to volunteer their time and efforts in a collective initiative to clean the city of Monrovia. This surge of community-driven action is taking place in anticipation of the inauguration of President-elect Ambassador Joseph Nyumah Boakai in January. The voluntary cleanup campaign […]