By George K. Momo
MONROVIA, Aug. 13 (LINA) – The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Information has affirmed its commitment to leading a robust crackdown and unlimited fight against illicit drugs in the country.
Information Minister Jerolinmek M. Piah said the government’s investigation into Liberia’s current drug situation will know no bounds, emphasizing that all those involved in the drugs scandal will be brought to book.
Speaking during the Ministry of Information’s regular press conference on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 in Monrovia, Minister Piah said the scope of the investigation is broad and unlimited.
He indicated that the probe will follow the evidence wherever it leads, and it could involve current government officials, former government officials, private citizens, and foreign nationals.
“This is our solemn pledge and commitment. This is our vow and commitment to the nation and its people,” Minister Piah added.
The Information Minister said the Government of Liberia considers the fight against drugs not just as a Liberian issue, but a global and transnational crime.
He disclosed that through the security sector, Liberia has been engaging international partners and the response has been overwhelmingly positive and receptive.
Minister Piah named the United States, the Dutch, Morocco, and Liberia’s West African neighbors as being fully onboard with the ongoing investigation, ensuring that investigations will continue to its logical conclusion.
“This level of transparency can only be exercised by a government that has nothing to hide. We are committed to dismantling the cartel established years ago,” he said.
He asserted that Liberia’s partners and global friends are pleased with the mature and transparent manner in which the sensitive transnational drug trafficking case is being handled, and have pledged unwavering support to identify and dismantle the network.
“They trust us and the cartel knows it’s falling apart very fast. We can only encourage all Liberians to join and play their part,” he stated.
Minister Piah also used the medium to call on politicians to desist from what he described as destructive politics, stressing that there can be no political dividend on the drug issue.