About John G. Bestman
Lived 1939 – 2021 (aged 82). John G. Bestman was a Liberian civil servant, politician and minister.
John G. Bestman (December 1, 1939 – 27 June 2021) was a Liberian politician and administrator who twice served as Minister of Finance, from 1987 to 1988 and again in 1999. He also served as minister of telecommunication and postage as well as governor of the Central Bank of Liberia. In 2005, Bestman managed Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's success presidential campaign, which saw her become the first African female president. Bestman also was a member of the board of the Central Bank and adviser to the president.
Bestman died on 27 June 2021 at ELWA Hospital in Monrovia. He was survived by several children.
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Who was John G. Bestman?
Liberian politician
When was John G. Bestman born?
John G. Bestman was born on 12 January 1939.
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John G. Bestman died on 27 June 2021.
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John G. Bestman was a civil servant, politician and minister.
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John G. Bestman was Liberian.
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