MONROVIA, LIBERIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has stepped down from his role as Chairman of the Joseph N. Boakai Foundation. In an official letter to his fellow board members, he attributed his resignation to the demands of his duties as President of Liberia and the necessity to concentrate on both national and international affairs.
“As President of the Republic of Liberia, my responsibilities require my undivided attention to state matters at both local and global levels,” President Boakai stated. He took the opportunity to express his gratitude to the Board and staff of the Foundation for their commendable efforts in delivering humanitarian aid and enhancing the lives of Liberians. He also commended the Foundation’s role in national development.
To fill the vacancy left by his departure, President Boakai appointed Pastor David Saa Fatorma, Jr. as the new Board Chairman. In the appointment letter, President Boakai lauded Pastor Fatorma’s leadership acumen, community commitment, and humanitarian initiatives, declaring him an excellent fit for the role.
President Boakai voiced his confidence in Pastor Fatorma’s capability to lead with integrity, empathy, and forward-thinking, emphasizing his dedication to uplifting the disadvantaged.
As the newly appointed Chairman, Pastor Fatorma will be responsible for supervising the Foundation’s operations and managing resources in alignment with its foundational goals. President Boakai expressed his hope that Pastor Fatorma would exercise wisdom in maintaining the highest standards of integrity for the institution.
Established in 2018, the Joseph Nyuma Boakai Foundation has played a pivotal role in Liberia’s development, making notable contributions across sectors including agriculture, education, transportation, and health.
