The CDC’s result puts George Weah far ahead of his rival, Vice President Joseph Boakai, in the Presidential Runoff Election. The President-elect, Ambassador George Weah, has attempted the presidency twice with him winning his second attempt. Senator Weah defeated Vice President Joseph Boakai in the runoff election. Senator Weah has already taken 61.5 percent of the more than one million votes tallied, while Vice President Joseph Boakai takes 38.5 percent. With all of the criticisms meted against President Sirleaf, some Liberians have praised her leadership for keeping the peace.

Source: Front Page Africa December 29, 2017 03:00 UTC