01/08/2026
Repost: hope this realistic and an objective decision as Liberia is on the global spotlight as involved this drug cartels in Liberia.
Who’s Who? Meet the 13 Public Officials Dismissed or Suspended Amid Liberia’s US$336 Million Drug Investigation
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has dismissed and suspended 13 public officials and security personnel as the government intensifies investigations into Liberia’s largest-ever narcotics case, involving co***ne valued at an estimated US$336 million seized in separate operations.
The actions follow recommendations from ongoing investigations led by the Joint Security and law enforcement agencies into allegations of facilitating, aiding, protecting, or otherwise being linked to drug trafficking activities.
Dismissed Officials
1. Mark Egon Kuiah
Position: Deputy Director for Operations, Roberts International Airport (RIA)
Status: Dismissed
2. Johnny Bolar Dean
Position: Commissioner of Police for Criminal Investigation, Intelligence and INTERPOL
Status: Dismissed
3. Patrick Doe
Position: Deputy Director for Administration, National Security Agency (NSA)
Status: Dismissed
4. Mohammed O. Gbowrah
Position: Director of Security, Roberts International Airport (RIA)
Status: Dismissed
5. Moses Jallah
Position: Deputy Commander, Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), RIA
Status: Dismissed
6. Anthony T. Blaye
Position: Officer, Liberia National Police (LNP)
Status: Dismissed
7. Wadell W. Kwarbo
Position: Officer, Liberia National Police (LNP)
Status: Dismissed
8. Jammel V. Jallah
Position: Agent, National Security Agency (NSA)
Status: Dismissed
9. Christian L. Nyantee
Position: Agent, National Security Agency (NSA)
Status: Dismissed
10. Caycee Nelson
Position: Procurement Director, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection
Status: Dismissed
11. Albenigo Janior
Position: Agent, National Security Agency (NSA)
Status: Dismissed
Suspended Officials
12. Peter Malcolm King
Position: Board Member, National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL)
Status: Suspended
13. Patrick Komasu (702)
Position: Acting Deputy Director, Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA)
Status: Suspended Without Pay
The Executive Mansion has stated that these administrative actions are part of President Boakai’s commitment to accountability and ensuring that no public official implicated in criminal conduct remains in public service while investigations continue.
Authorities have also indicated that investigations remain ongoing and that additional individuals may face administrative or criminal action if evidence warrants.
It is important to note that dismissal or suspension is an administrative action and does not constitute a finding of guilt. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of competent jurisdiction.
