Government of Liberia
3 national office holders, each linked to its source.
Liberia, officially the Republic of Liberia, has its capital at Monrovia and a population of 5,731,206 (World Bank, 2025). The CIA World Factbook describes its system of government as a presidential republic. President Joseph Boakai (in office since 22 Jan 2024) is head of state; Vice President Jeremiah Koung is the deputy. The legislature is the Legislature, a bicameral body with 73 seats in the House of Representatives and 30 seats in the The Liberian Senate. The most recent national election recorded by IFES ElectionGuide was held on 14 Nov 2023. The source lists the next national election as expected in October 2029. Elections are run by the National Elections Commission (NEC). Henry F. Saamoi is listed as central bank governor. The directory below lists 21 cabinet and ministerial posts with their current holders and sources.
Legislature
Bicameral. Source: CIA World Factbook
| Chamber | Seats | Last election |
|---|---|---|
| House of Representatives | 73 (all directly elected) | 10 Oct 2023 |
| The Liberian Senate | 30 (all directly elected) | 10 Oct 2023 |
Cabinet
| Portfolio | Holder | Appointed |
|---|---|---|
| President | Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. | 22 Jan 2024 |
| Vice President | Jeremiah Koung | 22 Jan 2024 |
| Minister of Foreign Affairs | Sara Beysolow Nyanti | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Finance and Development Planning | Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Justice and Attorney-General | N. Oswald Tweh | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of National Defense | Geraldine J. George | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of State for Presidential Affairs | Samuel A. Stevquoah | 7 Sept 2025 |
| Minister of Internal Affairs | Francis Sakila Nyumalin | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of State without Portfolio | Hadja Mamaka Bility | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Agriculture | J. Alexander Nuetah | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Public Works | Roland Lafayette Giddings | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Health and Social Welfare | Louise M. Kpoto | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Commerce and Industry | Magdalene Dagoseh | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism (Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism) | Jerolinmek M. Piah | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Lands, Mines and Energy | R. Matenokay Tingban | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Minister of Labour | Cooper Kruah | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Transport | Sirleaf Ralph Tyler | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection | Gbeme Horace Kollie | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Education | Jarso Maley Jallah | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Posts and Telecommunications | Sekou M. Kromah | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Minister of Youth and Sports | Cornelia W. Kruah | 23 Jan 2026 |
Sources: emansion.gov.lr (retrieved 10 Oct 2026).
List as of 10 Oct 2026.
Parliament, courts and independent offices
| Office | Holder | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Central bank governor | Henry F. Saamoi | - |
Sources: CIA World Factbook, World Leaders list dated 11 Mar 2026.
Liberia election dates 2026, 2027 and 2028
Next national election: Due by 2029, general election.
| Date | Election | Status | Turnout | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Due by 2029 | General election | Due | - | - |
Sources: National Elections Commission (NEC) (retrieved 9 Oct 2026).