By Lincoln G. Peters
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has nominated former ruling Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) ex-national Chairman, Mr. George G. Solo, as Liberia’s Ambassador-Designate to the Republic of Italy.
President Boakai, in a communication to the President Pro-Tempore of the Liberian Senate, Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, dated August 12, 2025, urged the Senate to accord the nomination expedited consideration upon its return from constituency break.
This, he emphasized, will ensure a smooth transition and sustained momentum in the Government’s diplomatic engagements.
Upon confirmation, Ambassador-Designate Solo will be charged with representing Liberia’s interests in Italy, deepening bilateral relations, fostering economic cooperation, and advancing the nation’s foreign policy priorities.
President Boakai reaffirmed his call for all officials of government to continue upholding the highest standards of diligence, commitment, integrity, professionalism, and loyalty in service to the country and its people.
George G. Solo, not a very seasoned political figure in Liberia, came to light when he served as the national Chairman of the CDC, formerly the ruling party. During his time with the CDC, Solo was an outspoken critic of the Unity Party regime, led by then President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf and her Vice President, Joseph Boakai—now the country’s President.
Solo’s political journey took a turn when he parted ways with both former President George Weah and the CDC just prior to the pivotal 2017 election, an event that saw his previous party ascend to national leadership. -Edited by Othello B. Garblah.
