general | February 08, 2026

Joseph Boakai - Age, Family, Bio

Liberian politician who became Vice President of Liberia in January of 2006. He previously served as the Minister of Agriculture from 1983 to 1985.

Before Fame

He studied at the College of West Africa, the University of Liberia, and Kansas State University.

Trivia

He is known for being a Christian and a Deacon of the Effort Baptist Church.

Family Life

He married Kartumu Boakai and they have four children together.

Associated With

He served under President Ellen Johnson.