tldrdaily.news logo
Tag

George Weah

All articles tagged with #george weah

politics2 years ago

"Challenges Ahead: Joseph Boakai Assumes Liberia's Presidency"

Joseph Boakai, 79, is set to become Liberia's oldest president, succeeding George Weah, after winning the run-off election. Despite concerns about his age and health, voters saw him as a trustworthy figure amidst scandals in the previous administration. His running mate, Jeremiah Koung, is a former street hawker and lawmaker, known for bridging the generational gap. Boakai's alliance with Prince Johnson's party may impact decisions on establishing a war crimes court. The new government faces challenges in addressing economic crisis, drug cartels, and social issues.

via BBC.com|
#election#george-weah#government
politics2 years ago

Liberia's Election: George Weah's Sportsmanship and Joseph Boakai's Victory

Liberian President George Weah has been praised for his sportsmanship after conceding defeat in the presidential race and congratulating his rival, Joseph Boakai. Weah's concession has helped to prevent tension and potential conflict in a country with a history of civil wars. His actions have been hailed as a mark of statesmanship and peace, with analysts noting that it sets a positive example for other countries in West Africa. Weah's concession comes ahead of the official announcement of the election results, with 99.58% of polling stations reporting.

via BBC.com|
#concession#elections#george-weah
politics2 years ago

Liberia's President Weah Concedes Defeat to Boakai in Tight Election

Liberia's President George Weah has conceded defeat to opposition candidate Joseph Boakai in a tight run-off election. Boakai, a former vice president, won 51% of the votes, according to the country's electoral commission. Weah, a former soccer star, called Boakai to congratulate him on his victory. Weah was seeking reelection for a second term but fell short of the required threshold. He has been praised for ensuring a peaceful transfer of power, a significant milestone in Liberia's fragile democracy.

via CNN|
#concession#election#george-weah
politics2 years ago

Liberia's George Weah concedes defeat to Joseph Boakai in presidential polls

Joseph Boakai has been declared the winner of Liberia's presidential election, defeating incumbent George Weah in a tight race. Weah conceded the election, marking a peaceful transfer of power in a region that has seen numerous military coups. Boakai secured 50.9% of the vote, while Weah received 49.1%. Weah, a former international football star, was accused of failing to fulfill his promises to combat poverty and corruption. Boakai's victory comes as Liberia seeks to recover from civil wars and an Ebola outbreak.

via Al Jazeera English|
#george-weah#joseph-boakai#liberia
politics2 years ago

Liberia's George Weah gracefully concedes defeat to Joseph Boakai

Liberian President George Weah, a former football legend, conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai in a tight presidential run-off. Boakai is leading with nearly 51 percent of the votes, and Weah acknowledged that his party had lost the election but emphasized the importance of putting national interest above personal interest. The election marks the second peaceful handover of power in two decades for Liberia, a country still recovering from civil wars and the Ebola epidemic. International observers have commended Liberia for holding a peaceful election, and the United States congratulated Boakai on his victory.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#concession#george-weah#joseph-boakai
politics2 years ago

Liberian President George Weah gracefully concedes defeat in closely contested election

Liberian President George Weah conceded defeat in the runoff election after provisional results showed challenger Joseph Boakai leading by just over a percentage point. Weah urged the nation to accept the election results and expressed respect for the democratic process. This concession comes amid concerns about declining democracy in West Africa. Weah, a former international soccer star, won the 2017 election but has faced criticism for not fulfilling campaign promises. Boakai, who served as vice president under Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, gained support from other candidates and was seen as a viable alternative due to public disaffection with Weah's administration.

via ABC News|
#democracy#elections#george-weah
politics2 years ago

Liberia President George Weah gracefully accepts election loss

Liberian President George Weah has conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai in a tight election race, marking a win for democracy in West Africa. Boakai, a former vice president, secured 50.9% of the vote compared to Weah's 49.1%. Weah's concession ensures a smooth transition of power in Liberia, which has struggled with poverty, unemployment, food insecurity, and inadequate electricity supply. This marks Liberia's second democratic transfer of power in over seven decades.

via Reuters|
#democracy#election#george-weah
politics2 years ago

Joseph Boakai's Victory Signals Peaceful Election in Liberia

Liberian President George Weah has called his challenger, Joseph Boakai, to congratulate him on his victory in the presidential race. Boakai holds an unassailable lead of 28,000 votes with nearly all ballots counted. Weah, a former football star, has been in power since 2018 but faced criticism for failing to tackle corruption and economic difficulties. Weah graciously accepted defeat, acknowledging the democratic process and referring to Boakai as the "president-elect." The election was the tightest in Liberia since the civil war, and Boakai's campaign focused on rescuing the nation from what he called mismanagement by Weah's administration.

via BBC.com|
#democracy#election-results#george-weah
politics2 years ago

Liberia's President Weah faces tough runoff against challenger Boakai for second term

Liberian President George Weah is facing a tight runoff election against challenger Joseph Boakai as he seeks a second term in office. The first round of balloting showed the two candidates neck and neck, with Weah receiving 43.83% of the vote and Boakai bringing in 43.44%. Both candidates actively sought endorsements from other opposition parties, with Boakai winning the support of the third, fourth, and fifth-place finishers. The runoff election is expected to determine the next president of Liberia, with results likely to be announced after a lengthy wait.

via The Associated Press|
#george-weah#joseph-boakai#liberia
politics2 years ago

Liberia President Weah Faces Tough Challenge from Anti-Corruption Candidate in Re-election Bid

Liberia's President George Weah seeks re-election after a chaotic first term marked by corruption allegations and continued hardship. Weah, a former soccer star, is campaigning on promises of building new roads and delivering progress in the poverty-stricken country. However, some voters are disappointed by his failure to improve living standards or tackle corruption. Weah's main challenger is former Vice President Joseph Boakai, and the winner of the presidential race must secure 50% of the total vote cast to avoid a runoff. Weah enjoys the incumbency dividend and his success story as a former football star, but his poor track record and loss of support from key backers could cost him votes. However, a lack of strong opposition and solid economic growth may work in his favor.

via Reuters|
#corruption#election#george-weah