MONROVIA – The daughter of the late President Samuel Kanyon Doe, Celue Yeatta Doe-Addo, has formally expressed her appreciation to the Government of Liberia for initiating a state-sponsored reburial for her father and former President William R. Tolbert Jr. In a letter addressed to Education Minister Dr. Jarso Jallah, who chairs the Reburial Committee, Doe-Addo praised the government’s efforts as a meaningful act of national healing and reconciliation.
Writing with deep emotion, Doe-Addo acknowledged Minister Jallah’s “unwavering dedication” to the process and described the initiative as transcending politics, instead touching “the very soul of our nation.” She emphasized that the move to rebury the two former leaders with dignity was a significant step toward unity and closure for families and the Liberian people.
She further commended President Joseph Nyumah Boakai and his administration for what she termed a courageous and compassionate decision. According to her, honoring her father through a proper state burial demonstrates statesmanship and a commitment to healing historical wounds.
While recognizing her father’s dual role as a former national leader and a father whose loss left a lasting void in the lives of his children, Doe-Addo affirmed her family’s full support and willingness to participate in the ceremony. She said her siblings, aunts, and other relatives are prepared to return home and work in collaboration with the committee and former Grand Gedeh Superintendent Christopher Beh Bailey to ensure the burial reflects both historical and familial significance.
Addressing differing opinions within the extended family, Doe-Addo respectfully clarified that she and her siblings do not support the views of Nancy and Veronica Doe, who have publicly taken opposing positions. Instead, she reaffirmed their belief that participating in the reburial aligns with national interests and honors their father’s legacy appropriately.
She concluded the letter by reiterating her commitment to supporting the committee’s work and expressed gratitude to Minister Jallah and President Boakai for facilitating what she believes is a vital step in Liberia’s journey toward lasting peace.
The letter was copied to President Boakai, members of the Reburial Committee, and former Superintendent Christopher Beh Bailey.
