By Jamesetta D. Williams
MONROVIA-Movement for Progressive Change (MPC) Political Leader Simeon Freeman has sharply criticized President Joseph Nyuma Boakai over the government’s handling of the ongoing US$19.21 million drug seizure case, accusing the administration of failing to provide adequate information to the Liberian public.
Speaking publicly, Freeman alleged that the President has not demonstrated sufficient leadership in addressing what he described as one of the country’s most significant narcotics investigations. He claimed that the government’s response has left many Liberians with unanswered questions regarding the origin of the drugs and the progress of the investigation.
In his remarks, Freeman accused President Boakai of ignoring the issue and used strong language to criticize the President’s handling of the matter. He also questioned the President’s priorities, alleging that the Head of State has been seen attending social events while the country awaits comprehensive updates on the high-profile drug case.
Freeman argued that the government’s silence has weakened public confidence in the investigation and called on the administration to provide a full account of the circumstances surrounding the seizure, including the source of the narcotics and the identities of all individuals connected to the case.
The US$19.21 million drug seizure remains one of Liberia’s largest narcotics investigations in recent years. Since the discovery, law enforcement authorities have announced arrests and said investigations are continuing. However, calls from opposition figures, civil society organizations, and members of the public for greater transparency have persisted.
The Government of Liberia has maintained that the investigation is ongoing and has repeatedly denied allegations linking President Boakai or his administration to drug trafficking. Government officials have pledged that those found responsible will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
The case continues to attract significant public attention as Liberians await further findings from the ongoing investigation and additional updates from the relevant security institutions.
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