At long last, former President Samuel Kanyon Doe will receive a befitting state burial. Doe, who died nearly 35 years ago, will be reburied during the burial of his wife and former First Lady, Nancy B. Doe, in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County, on Friday, June 27, 2025.
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai is leading the delegation of government officials to the ceremony.
The solemn ceremony followed a historic lying-in-state observance held on June 25 at the Centennial Memorial Pavilion in Monrovia, where scores of family members, government officials, and dignitaries paid their respect to the former First Family.
The reburial of ex-President Doe is said to be a part of a broader effort by the Government of Liberia (GOL) to recognize the nation’s historical realities, honor its past leaders, and promote national reconciliation.
Former President Doe, who served from 1980 until 1990, was killed during the Liberian civil conflict. His remains, along with that of his late wife, have now been returned to their home county with full state honors.
The ceremony is expected to be attended by senior government officials, members of the Doe family, traditional leaders, religious figures, members of the Grand Gedeh Legislative Caucus, and citizens from across the country.
The Government of Liberia (GOL) has meanwhile extended appreciation to all those who have contributed so far to ensuring a befitting, dignified and respectful state farewell for the former President and First Lady.