Monrovia, Liberia – In recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication to public service, the President of the Republic of Liberia, Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has been awarded an honorary doctorate degree of Humanity by the United Methodist University (UMU).
Owing to President Boakai’s dedication to public service, the United Methodist University awarded him an honorary doctorate degree during its 19th commencement ceremony. According to records, the president has held public service for roughly 40 years in a variety of capacities, including head of agriculture and vice president.
Madam Ellen Johnson Sieleaf, the former president of Liberia, and other dignitaries, mostly from the academic community, attended the graduation ceremony.
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