Monrovia, Liberia – July 30, 2026: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has ordered the immediate dismissal, suspension, and further investigation of several government and law enforcement officials following a review of ongoing investigations into major narcotics trafficking cases.
According to a statement issued by the Executive Mansion, the actions are intended to strengthen accountability, uphold the rule of law, and ensure integrity in public service.
Those immediately dismissed from their positions are Mark Egon Kuiah, Deputy Director for Operations at Roberts International Airport (RIA); Johnny Bolar Dean, Commissioner of Police for Criminal Investigation, Intelligence and INTERPOL; and Patrick Doe, Deputy Director for Administration at the National Security Agency (NSA).
The President also recalled Patrick Komasu (702) from his assignment at the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), suspended him without pay, and ordered that he be investigated.
In connection with the seizure of 198 plates of processed cocaine at Roberts International Airport and the confiscation of 3,971 plates of cocaine linked to two foreign nationals, President Boakai ordered the dismissal of Mohammed O. Gbowrah, Director of Security at RIA, and Moses Jallah, Deputy Commander of the LDEA at RIA.
The President further dismissed Liberia National Police officers Anthony T. Blaye and Wadell W. Kwarbo, who are accused of using government vehicles to facilitate the transportation of narcotics from Vincent Town along the Bomi Highway to the vicinity of Mega Mart in Thinker Village, Paynesville.
Additionally, President Boakai ordered the dismissal and prosecution of Jammel V. Jallah, Christian L. Nyantee, and Albenigo Janior, all agents of the National Security Agency, along with Caycee Nelson, Procurement Director at the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection. They have been referred to the Ministry of Justice for prosecution.
President Boakai said the measures demonstrate his administration’s commitment to ensuring that no public official involved in criminal activities remains in government service. He also instructed security and law enforcement agencies to intensify investigations and ensure all individuals connected to the narcotics cases are brought before the courts in accordance with due process.
The statement, signed by Atty. Kula Bonah Nyei Fofana, Presidential Press Secretary, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to combating narcotics trafficking, dismantling criminal networks, strengthening national security, and protecting Liberia’s international reputation.
