By Jamesetta D Williams
Representative Hon. Yekeh Y. Kolubah has responded to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s recent national address on the ongoing drug trafficking investigation, calling for greater transparency, accountability, and concrete action from the government.
In a strongly worded statement issued following the President’s remarks, Kolubah argued that while Liberians have heard reassuring promises from the government, the country is facing a crisis that requires decisive action rather than speeches.
“Liberia is no longer suffering from a shortage of speeches; it is suffering from a shortage of action,” the lawmaker stated, emphasizing that public confidence in the government’s anti-drug efforts will depend on measurable results.
Kolubah questioned the government’s handling of the reported US$19 million drug seizure, noting that many Liberians are still awaiting clear answers regarding the case. He argued that a government genuinely committed to combating drug trafficking must act swiftly and transparently to ensure public trust.
Addressing the President’s pledge that everyone connected to the drug operation would be identified, arrested, and prosecuted, Kolubah said the public remains eager to see evidence of progress, including arrests and a clear timeline for the investigation.
The Montserrado County lawmaker also challenged the administration to demonstrate that no individual is beyond the reach of the law. He called for impartial investigations into any public officials, politically connected individuals, or influential figures who may be implicated in the case.
Furthermore, Kolubah stressed the importance of independent scrutiny of all institutions linked to the alleged drug trafficking operation, including airport authorities and security agencies. According to him, accountability must extend beyond lower-level personnel and reach every individual or institution involved.
While expressing support for efforts to dismantle criminal drug networks, he cautioned that promises alone would not achieve that goal. Instead, he said, the success of the government’s campaign would be measured by tangible outcomes and successful prosecutions.
Kolubah also raised concerns over calls for public patience, warning that patience should not be used as a substitute for transparency. He argued that regular communication and timely updates are essential to maintaining public confidence in the investigation.
“Transparency builds trust, while prolonged silence breeds suspicion,” he noted.
The lawmaker concluded by describing the drug case as a critical test of the Boakai administration’s credibility and commitment to the rule of law. He maintained that Liberians are closely monitoring the government’s response and expect accountability regardless of an individual’s status, position, or political affiliation.
According to Kolubah, history will judge the administration not by the strength of its rhetoric, but by its willingness to ensure that all those involved are exposed and held accountable under the law.
The government has maintained that investigations into the case are ongoing and has pledged to keep the public informed as developments unfold.
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