Boakai Cracks Down on Drug Cartel

MONROVIA, Liberia, Aug. 3, 2026 – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has dismissed several senior security and government officials over their alleged involvement in two major cocaine trafficking cases following a review of investigative findings submitted to his office.

In a statement issued by the Executive Mansion, the President ordered the immediate dismissal of Mark Egon Kuiah, Deputy Director for Operations at Roberts International Airport; Johnny Bolar Dean; and Patrick Doe.

The President also recalled Patrick Komasu, identified as Patrick Komasu (702), from his assignment with the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency, suspended him without pay, and ordered that he be placed under investigation.

The measures form part of the Government’s response to ongoing investigations into the seizure of 198 plates of processed cocaine at Roberts International Airport and the confiscation of 3,971 plates of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of approximately US$317 million, from properties linked to two foreign nationals.

President Boakai also ordered the dismissal of all government employees and law enforcement personnel indicted in connection with the narcotics investigations.

Among those dismissed are Mohammed O. Gbowrah, Director of Security at Roberts International Airport, and Moses Jallah, Deputy Commander of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency assigned at the airport.

The President further dismissed two officers of the Liberia National Police accused of using government vehicles to transport a narcotics consignment from Vincent Town along the Bomi Highway to the vicinity of Mega Mart in Thinker Village, Paynesville. They are Anthony T. Blaye and Wadell W. Kwarbo.

Also dismissed were Jammel V. Jallah, Christian L. Nyantee, Caycee Nelson, and Albenigo Janior.

The four officials have also been referred to the Ministry of Justice for prosecution in accordance with the law.

According to the Executive Mansion, the President’s actions underscore his administration’s commitment to ensuring that no public official or government employee implicated in criminal activities remains in public service.

The statement said the Government will continue to enforce the law “without fear or favor” and hold accountable anyone found to have participated in narcotics trafficking or related criminal activities.

President Boakai also directed all relevant security and law enforcement agencies to intensify their investigations and ensure that every individual connected to the cases is brought before the courts in accordance with due process.

The Executive Mansion said the Government remains committed to taking all lawful measures necessary to combat narcotics trafficking, dismantle criminal networks, strengthen national security, and protect Liberia’s international reputation.