MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has announced a round of nominations, appointments, and institutional changes across several key government entities, signaling his administration’s continued push for accountability, efficiency, and reform under the ARREST Agenda.
According to an Executive Mansion press release issued on Monday, October 27, 2025, by Presidential Press Secretary Atty. Kula Bonah Nyei Fofana, the President’s latest appointments are part of broader efforts to strengthen governance, enhance institutional performance, and ensure that competent and ethical leadership drives public service delivery.
At the Ministry of Mines and Energy, President Boakai nominated Mr. R. Matenokay Tingban as Minister, while Mr. Sumo Samuel Momolu was appointed Assistant Minister for Mines and Mr. Samuel Summerville as Assistant Minister for Mining Exploration. These changes come at a critical time when the mining sector remains central to Liberia’s economic recovery and natural resource governance.
In the Ministry of Education, Mr. Thomas Momo Parker has been named Deputy Minister for Planning, Research and Development, with Mr. Oscar Gurtor Flomo serving as Assistant Minister for the same department. The appointments are expected to bolster educational planning and policy evaluation in a sector grappling with low learning outcomes and resource constraints.
President Boakai also made a significant appointment at the National Commission on Higher Education, naming Dr. Cecelia Cassell as Executive Director. Dr. Cassell’s appointment is viewed as a strategic step toward revitalizing higher education governance and accreditation standards nationwide.
At the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Ms. Agnes C. Marshall has been appointed Assistant Minister for Children and Social Protection, while Ms. Josephine Greaves will serve as Assistant Minister for Research, Policy and Planning. The two are expected to enhance the ministry’s focus on vulnerable populations and gender equity policies.
The Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) also experienced major leadership changes. President Boakai accepted the resignation of Board Chairman Hon. Massaquoi Kamara and directed the retirement of Managing Director Hon. Jeremiah Mends-Cole on medical grounds. Subsequently, Mr. Ernest R. Hughes was appointed as Managing Director, and Mr. Nyan Mantein was named Chairman of the Board. These changes follow recent concerns about management efficiency and infrastructure challenges at Roberts International Airport.
Further appointments include Mr. A. Blamo Sieh as Co-Chair of the Civil Service Agency Board of Appeal, a position that plays a crucial role in addressing grievances within the public workforce.
At the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), Mr. Nelsco A. Wolo has been appointed Deputy Commissioner General for Administration, reinforcing ongoing reforms aimed at improving personnel management and border control operations.
The Judiciary also saw several new judges appointed to strengthen judicial delivery across the country. Cllr. William G. Capehert will serve as Judge of the Traffic Court in Gbarnga City, while Cllr. Eric Morlu and Cllr. Daniel D. Dolokelen have been appointed Judges of the Debt Courts in Lofa and Bong Counties, respectively. Atty. Anthony Kollie will preside over Criminal Court “E” in Lofa County, and Cllr. Rennie O. Moses will serve as Judge of Criminal Court “E” in Grand Gedeh County.
These judicial appointments are part of President Boakai’s broader effort to decentralize justice and ensure access to fair and efficient legal processes across Liberia’s counties.
The President extended appreciation to outgoing officials for their service and urged the new appointees to demonstrate integrity, commitment, and diligence in fulfilling their duties. He emphasized that public office is a privilege of service, not a platform for self-interest, and that those entrusted with national responsibilities must uphold the highest ethical standards.
President Boakai reaffirmed his administration’s determination to promote good governance and institutional accountability, describing these appointments as part of his ongoing drive to restore public trust and efficiency within government structures.
As the new nominees await Senate confirmation where required, public attention now turns to how these changes will translate into tangible improvements in government performance and service delivery across key sectors.
