-Signs Book of Condolence
Flanked by members of his cabinet President Boakai last Wednesday, May 27, showed up at the Catholic Archdiocese of Monrovia to console the Catholic community during this difficult time of loss and grief.
The Church lost Reverend Father Alphonsus Mombo, who served as the Rector of St. Charles Lwanga Pre-Major Seminary in the Pipeline Community, Monrovia, and Reverend Father Roland G. Biah, the Parish Priest of Saint Anthony of Padua Parish in Gardnersville.
Rev. Father Mombo died on March 11, 2026, while Rev. Biah died on 15th March, raising eyebrows in the local Catholic community because of the rare circumstances surrounding their deaths.
His Grace, Archbishop Michael Kpakala Francis, ordained both clerics priests in June of 2003.
During the solemn visit, President Boakai expressed profound sympathy to the Catholic Archdiocese, the bereaved families, and members of the Catholic Faith, describing the late clergymen as devoted servants of God, who dedicated their lives to humanity, spiritual guidance, and national service.
The President noted that Reverend Fathers Mombo and Biah exemplified humility, sacrifice, and dedication to the moral and spiritual development of society.
He emphasized that their contributions to the Church and Liberia will remain a lasting inspiration to many.
Boakai further reflected on the important role of the Catholic Church in shaping national values, strengthening communities, and promoting compassion, peace, and responsible citizenship.
He stated that the passing of the two priests is not only a loss to the Catholic Church, but to the entire nation.
The President signed the Book of Condolence, offering prayers for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed clergymen.
“The Government and people of Liberia join the Catholic community in mourning this great loss with heartfelt condolences” the Liberian Leader concluded.
