Hon. Jonathan K. Weedor was commissioned by His Excellency, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., on 8 September 2026. He succeeds Madam Davidetta Browne-Lansanah, who resigned on 23 March 2026.

Hon. Weedor is a seasoned electoral administrator with extensive experience in governance and public service. He served for more than 16 years at the National Elections Commission of Liberia (2004–2020).

Key Roles at NEC–Liberia

Commissioner, NEC (2004–2020), Co-Chairman, NEC. Oversight responsibilities included: Human Resources, Finance, and Procurement.

International Experience

Hon. Weedor has participated in electoral missions and engagements across Africa, including Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria. He has also contributed to election observation and assessment missions under the African Union and ECOWAS.

Education

Hon. Weedor holds a Master of Arts (Honors) in Development Studies (Development Management) from the School for International Training, Vermont, USA, and a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in General Forestry from the University of Liberia.

Mandate & Expectations

Under Hon. Weedor's leadership, the NEC is expected to uphold transparency, ensure independence, and strengthen the credibility of elections in Liberia.