James T. BrooksMONROVIA — In a strategic move to strengthen institutional capacity, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has nominated Attorney Cornelia W. Kruah as the new Minister of Youth and Sports. The Executive Mansion announced these changes as part of a comprehensive effort to reposition key government institutions to better address emerging national, regional, and global challenges. According to the Executive Mansion, President Boakai is repositioning the commission to respond more effectively to complex migration dynamics. Attorney Cornelia W. Kruah moves to the Ministry of Youth and Sports with a robust background in executive administration and law. The Executive Mansion emphasized that Liberia is currently at a “pivotal moment” requiring strong leadership and institutional realignment to meet both present and future demands.

Source: GNN Liberia January 22, 2026 10:13 UTC