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Liberia's Airport Authority Faces Leadership Gap After Deputy Director's Resignation

Strategic Insights

Aug 20, 2025 — 1 min read

Helena M. Doe-Knuckles, the Deputy Director for Administration at the Liberia Airport Authority (LAA), has submitted her resignation, creating a leadership gap at the country's only international airport. Appointed in 2024 by President Joseph Nyumah Boakai, Doe-Knuckles' resignation is effective August 15, 2025. The official reason for her departure is not disclosed, but sources indicate deteriorating working relationships with senior management.

Key Takeaways:

Helena M. Doe-Knuckles, the Deputy Director for Administration at the Liberia Airport Authority (LAA), has resigned effective August 15, 2025.
Doe-Knuckles was appointed by President Joseph Nyumah Boakai in 2024 and has been in the position for over a year.
The official reason for her resignation is not disclosed, but sources indicate deteriorating working relationships with senior management.
The LAA has been facing allegations of corruption, poor leadership, and operational mismanagement, with reports of serious security lapses at Roberts International Airport.
The LAA management denied internal conflict or corruption, emphasizing their commitment to international aviation standards.
Madam Doe-Knuckles expressed gratitude for her tenure and commitment to assisting with the transition in her resignation letter.
Her resignation highlights ongoing challenges within the LAA and raises questions about governance, operational oversight, and accountability at Liberia's primary international airport.
The LAA is currently facing a leadership gap, which may impact the airport's operations and reputation.

Statistics:

1 year: The length of time Doe-Knuckles held the position of Deputy Director for Administration at the LAA.
2024: The year Doe-Knuckles was appointed by President Joseph Nyumah Boakai.
2025: The year Doe-Knuckles submitted her resignation, effective August 15.
2025: The same year the LAA is undergoing a GAC audit, one of which is ongoing.

Sources:

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