President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., has officially nominated Mr. J. Cyrus Saygbe, Sr. as Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA).
Mr. Saygbe has been serving in an acting capacity since May 2025, following the suspension of Ms. Emma Glasco.
In his acting role, he has overseen key initiatives aimed at strengthening Liberia’s fisheries and aquaculture sector, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing regulatory compliance.
In announcing the nomination, the President expressed the confidence that Mr. Saygbe’s leadership and experience will further consolidate the gains made in the sector, enhance productivity, and contribute to national economic development.
President Boakai encouraged all stakeholders in the fisheries and aquaculture industry to support Mr. Saygbe in his new role upon confirmation as the Government continues to prioritize sustainable management and growth of Liberia’s aquatic resources.
This nomination is subject to confirmation by the Liberian Senate.
At the same time, President Boakai has made several strategic appointments affecting technical and vocational education, institutional governance, and regional aviation management.
The move is consistent with his Administration’s agenda to strengthen human capacity development, institutional effectiveness, and national infrastructure.
The institutions and those appointed are:
- Tappita Technical Vocational Training Institute (TVTI)
- Dr. Yar D. Gonway-Gono – President, TVTI
- Mr. MenlebyTowah – Vice President for Academic Affairs
- Mr. Ebenezer Strother – Vice President for Administration
Ia. The Board of Tappita Technical Vocational Training Institute (TVTI) is constituted as follows:
- Mr. Cyril Lurlay – Chairman
- Mr. TakporNuahn – Co-Chair
- Dr. Yah Gono – Secretary
- Senator NyanTwayan– Liberian Senate
- Honorable Dorwohn Twain Gleekia – District Representative
- Pastor Ruth Strother Morris – Religious Community
- Madam Margret KarmawGonkewon – Representative, District Education Board
- Mr. Keiba Tuazama – Faculty Association
- Mr. Rufus Yarmie – Representative, Civil Society
- Mr. KarlewoeDahn – Local Government Structure
II: Booker Washington Institute (BWI)
President Boakai has reappointed all other members of the Booker Washington Institute (BWI) Board to enable them to complete their unexpired terms.
Earlier in late October this year, the President dissolved the Boards of Directors of three key institutions, including BWI, pending their restructuring.
Further, the President has appointed Mr. Emmanuel Lawrence as Representative of the Visitor on the Board. This appointment is intended to reinforce governance and oversight at one of Liberia’s premier technical institution.
III: Port Manager for Regional Airport (James Spriggs Payne Airport)
In further strengthening Liberia’s aviation sector, the President has appointed Mr. AbnerWanahYorly, Sr. as Port Manager for Regional Airport (James Spriggs Payne Airport)
Mr. Yorly comes highly recommended. He brings extensive experience in aviation, including air safety investigation, cyber-security and aviation-related systems, service as a retired U.S. Army Sergeant with aviation program support, and possession of top-secret security clearance. He is also noted for his historic solo transatlantic flight.
President Boakai has urged all appointees to serve with diligence, integrity, and professionalism in support of national development and the collective aspirations of the Liberian people.