Executive Mansion, Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. is scheduled to depart the country this morning for a working visit to the United States, spanning from April 22 to April 30, 2026.
During this official engagement, President Boakai will be honored with the prestigious Peace Leadership Award and will deliver the keynote address at the 34th Annual Africa Peace Awards, hosted at California State University, Sacramento. This distinguished accolade serves as a testament to his steadfast commitment to peacebuilding, the strengthening of democratic governance, and the promotion of inclusive development throughout Liberia and the broader African continent.
The President is accompanied by a delegation of senior officials and distinguished personalities, including the Minister of State without Portfolio, Hon. Mamaka Bility; the Director General of the Cabinet, Hon. Nathaniel Kwabo; the Minister of Information, Hon. Jerolinmek Matthew Piah; the Minister of Agriculture, Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah; the Inspector General of Police, Inspector Gregory Coleman; and the Chairman of the Council of Liberian Experts in the Diaspora (COLED), Professor Robert Sherman.
While in the United States, President Boakai and his delegation will participate in a series of high-level meetings with key partners and stakeholders. These discussions are aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and advancing cooperation across vital sectors, most notably governance, investment, and human capacity development.
In the President’s absence, the Minister of Education, Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah, will chair the Cabinet in consultation with the President and the Vice President to ensure the continued and effective functioning of the Government.
President Boakai is expected to return to the country on May 1, 2026. This visit underscores Liberia’s ongoing commitment to robust international engagement and its enduring pursuit of peace, stability, and sustainable development.