Liberia's President George Weah Loses Re-election Bid to Joseph Boakai
In a historic turn of events, this marks the first time since the early 1900s that an incumbent Liberian president has not been re-elected after serving one term.
- President George Weah of Liberia has conceded defeat in his bid for re-election against Joseph Boakai, a 78-year-old former vice president.
- The election was considered a test of democracy in the West African nation, with Boakai winning by a razor-thin margin.
- This is the first time since the early 1900s that an incumbent president of Liberia has not been re-elected after serving one term.
- The presidential campaign hinged on accusations that Mr. Weah tolerated corruption in government circles and failed to deliver jobs and development.
- The swearing-in ceremony for the new president is scheduled for January.
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