President George Weah on Friday conceded defeat to his rival Joseph Boakai, an erstwhile Vice President (VP) of Liberia, in the presidential run-off held on November 14..
After the collation of votes from about 99.58% of the polling stations in Liberia, Boakai won 50.89% of the votes, while Weah got 49.11%, according to the country’s Electoral Commission Chairperson Davidetta Browne Lansanah.
President Weah was reported to have said in an address to the nation,: “The results announced tonight, though not final, indicate that Amb. Joseph Boakai is in a lead that we cannot surpass. Therefore, a few minutes ago, I spoke with President-elect Joseph Boakai to congratulate him on his victory.
“As we acknowledge the results, let us also recognize that the true winners of this election are the people of Liberia.
You have once again demonstrated your commitment to the democratic principles that bind us together as a nation. The Liberian people have spoken and we have heard their voice.”
Michael Jegede,a journalist reports.
