BY: Amos Mulbah Lavalah
Former Representative Candidate
District #3, Montserrado County
Republic of Liberia
As a former representative candidate for District #3, Montserrado County, Republic of Liberia, I wish to express my appreciation for the efforts of the Government of Liberia, under the leadership of President Joseph N. Boakai, in addressing the serious threat of drug trafficking and organized crime in our beloved country, Mama Liberia.
Mr. President, I listened carefully to and read your recent address to the nation. I particularly appreciate your administration’s stated commitment to enforcing the law without fear or favor, while respecting and protecting the Constitution and laws of the Republic of Liberia. This is an important commitment, and the Liberian people expect that principle to be applied equally to everyone, regardless of political affiliation, family relationship, position, wealth, or influence.
At the same time, Mr. President, I respectfully raise concerns regarding allegations that have circulated concerning your son, Mr. Joseph N. Boakai Jr., and Inspector General of Police Gregory Coleman. These are serious allegations, and allegations alone should never be treated as proof of guilt. However, where credible questions have been raised, I believe transparency requires that they be properly examined through an independent and impartial investigative process. Any individual whose name is connected to credible evidence should be given the opportunity to answer questions and clear his or her name through due process.
My particular concern regarding the Inspector General is the importance of maintaining public confidence in the investigation. If allegations involve individuals responsible for overseeing or participating in an investigation, appropriate safeguards should be established to prevent any actual or perceived conflict of interest.
Mr. President, I also agree with your statement that one of the greatest threats facing our beloved country today is the menace of illegal drugs and organized crime. Drug addiction is destroying the lives and futures of many of our young people. If strong preventive, rehabilitative, and law-enforcement measures are not implemented, the consequences could extend far beyond this generation.
Therefore, Mr. President, I respectfully appeal to your administration to ensure that every credible allegation is investigated fairly and independently. We do not want selective justice. The same standard of accountability and due process must apply to everyone. No Liberian should be considered above the law, and no person should be condemned without credible evidence and a fair legal process.
As we reflect on Liberia’s
14 years of devastating civil conflict, it is deeply troubling to see our beloved Mama Liberia confronted by another serious national threat. Our country is still healing from the wounds of the past, and we cannot afford to allow illegal drugs and organized crime to destroy another generation.
Mr. President, I pray that Almighty God will continue to grant you wisdom, courage, strength, and integrity as you govern our nation. Beyond fighting drugs and organized crime, our people desperately need better healthcare, quality education, employment opportunities, stronger institutions, and a government committed to justice and accountability.
To my fellow Liberians, regardless of our political differences, let love for Liberia be our strength. Let us stand together against illegal drugs, corruption, injustice, and anything that threatens the future of our children.
May God bless President Joseph N. Boakai.
May God bless the people of Liberia.
And may God bless our beloved Mama Liberia.
