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Joseph Boakai

Liberian politician

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Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. is a Liberian politician who has served as the 26th president of Liberia since 2024. He previously served as the 29th vice president of Liberia from 2006 to 2018, under President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and as the minister of agriculture from 1983 to 1985. Boakai ran for president in 2017, losing the election to George Weah. He went on to defeat Weah in the 2023 election.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Foya District wd
Citizenship
Liberia wd
Occupation
politician, minister wd
Political party
Unity Party wd
Education
College of West Africa, University of Liberia, Kansas State University wd
Spouse
Kartumu Yarta Boakai wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Liberia (since 22 January 2024 · BS 8 Magh 2080 onwards)
  • Vice President of Liberia (16 January 2006 – 22 January 2018)

Questions

When was Joseph Boakai born?
Joseph Boakai was born on 30 November 1944 in Foya District.
What positions has Joseph Boakai held?
Positions held by Joseph Boakai include: President of Liberia (since 22 January 2024); Vice President of Liberia (2006–2018).
Where did Joseph Boakai study?
Joseph Boakai was educated at College of West Africa, University of Liberia, Kansas State University.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Joseph Boakai · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2630483 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Joseph Boakai in Yokohama (cropped).jpg by Cabinet Public Relations Office of the Cabinet Secretariat (CC BY 4.0)

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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