LDEA Commander Urges:

LDEA Commander Urges:

United Fight On Illicit Drug, Trafficking

By Emmanuel Koffa, Grand Kru County

The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA) Grand Kru Detachment Commander, wants Liberians forged together in the fight against illicit drug and human trafficking.

Commander Michael Jipply, spoke of the urgent need for a united front among all Liberians in the fight against illicit drug abuse and human trafficking menaces.

Jipply’s remark came against the backdrop of the recent campaign under the banner: “Say No To Drugs,” where women and other stakeholders staged a solidarity march in the streets of Monrovia and other parts of the country.

The campaign was held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, with the aims to promote mental health awareness and combat the growing drug crisis in every community.

The Thursday August 7 “Say No to Drugs” peaceful march was part of the government broader national campaign about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of mental health.

Jipply expressed the detrimental effects of drug abuse, not only on individual health, but also on families and society at large.  “The fight against illicit drugs is not just the responsibility of the government or law enforcement agencies. It requires the collaboration and commitment of every Liberian. Together, we can build a healthier and safer nation,” he stated. He noted that as drug-related issues continue to plague communities, especially in Grand Kru County, the LDEA Grand Kru Detachment is keen on engaging various stakeholders, including local leaders, schools, and non-governmental organizations, to foster a collective response in the county. Jipply highlighted several initiatives that the LDEA plans to implement in the fight against drugs abuse and trafficking, including educational programs in schools to inform young people about the risks associated with drug abuse, as well as community outreach efforts to engage families in conversations about prevention and treatment.

“The statistics are alarming, and if we do not act now, we will be faced with a crisis that could curved out of control. Drug trafficking and abuse have a profound impact on our youth by hindering our national development,” Jipply warned.

He called on parents, teachers, and community leaders to take an active role in educating young people about the dangers of drug abuse.

Jipply meanwhile, called for public support in pushing for policies that would enhance the Agency capacity to effectively address drug-related crimes.

The “Say No to Drugs” peaceful march attracted thousands of participants from various sectors of society, all united in their pledge to combat drug abuse across the country.