March 30, 2026
Executive Mansion, Monrovia–: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has nominated Mr. Jonathan K. Weedor to serve as Chairman of the National Elections Commission (NEC), following the resignation of Madam Davidetta Browne-Lansanah.
Mr. Weedor brings to the position a wealth of experience in electoral administration, governance, and public service. He previously served as Commissioner of the National Elections Commission from 2004 to 2020, during which time he held several key oversight responsibilities, including Human Resources, Finance, and Procurement. He also served as Acting Co-Chairman of the Commission, contributing significantly to the management and credibility of Liberia’s electoral processes.
In addition to his national service, Mr. Weedor has participated in numerous international electoral missions and engagements across Africa, including assignments with electoral bodies in Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria, as well as observation and assessment missions under the auspices of the African Union and ECOWAS.
Mr. Weedor holds a Master of Arts degree with Honors in Development Studies, with a concentration in Development Management, from the School for International Training in Vermont, United States of America. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree with Honors in General Forestry from the University of Liberia.
Pending confirmation by the Liberian Senate, President Boakai has directed that Mr. Weedor serve as Acting Chairman of the Commission until the Senate reconvenes from its current recess.
The President has expressed full confidence in Mr. Weedor’s competence, integrity, and professionalism, and expects that under his leadership, the National Elections Commission will continue to uphold the principles of transparency, independence, and credibility in the conduct of elections in Liberia.
Signed: Atty. Kula Bonah Nyei Fofana
Presidential Press Secretary
