By Jamesetta D. Williams
Facing seriously reported capacity and credibility crisis, the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), in partnership with the AME-Zion Graduate School of Professional Studies, has launched a one-month specialized capacity-building training program aimed at strengthening the professional skills of 30 officers.
The training, which began on July 15 and will run through August 15, 2026, is intended to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Agency as it intensifies efforts to combat illicit drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and other related offenses.
According to the LDEA, participants will receive intensive instruction in key areas of modern law enforcement, including criminal investigation, report writing, evidence handling, courtroom testimony, and intelligence gathering. The Agency said the training is designed to improve the quality of investigations, support successful prosecutions, and reinforce adherence to the rule of law.
Speaking during the opening ceremony, the LDEA leadership described the initiative as a strategic investment in the Agency’s human resources, reaffirming its commitment to developing a highly skilled, disciplined, and professional workforce capable of addressing the evolving challenges of drug enforcement in Liberia.
Also addressing the ceremony, the President of AME-Zion University, Rev. Dr. Emmanuel F. Johnson, commended LDEA Director General DCP Anthony K. Biago for his commitment to academic excellence and visionary leadership. He noted the Director General’s longstanding relationship with the institution and praised his efforts to promote professional development within the Agency.
Rev. Dr. Johnson encouraged the participating officers to approach the training with discipline, dedication, and integrity, emphasizing that professionalism and ethical conduct remain essential to effective law enforcement and national service.
The LDEA also expressed appreciation to the AME-Zion Graduate School of Professional Studies for partnering with the Agency to deliver the specialized program, noting that such collaborations contribute to institutional development and improved public service delivery.
The Agency reaffirmed its commitment to continuous professional development and capacity building as part of its broader strategy to strengthen national drug control efforts, improve operational performance, enhance public confidence, and promote a safer, drug-free Liberia.
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