Montserrado County Senators Abraham Darius Dillon and Saah H. Joseph, have opted the suspension of the cargo-handling concession operated by GLS Menzies at Roberts International Airport (RIA.) the pair suggestion is expected to take effect pending the outcome of investigations into the cocaine seizure valued at approximately US$19.2 million.
In a formal communication submitted to the senate, the pair (lawmakers) urged their colleagues to take immediate action following the June 8, 2026, interception of about 237.6 kilograms of cocaine discovered within the GLS Menzies cargo warehouse.
The seizure is regarded as one of the largest drug busts in the recent history, and has intensified scrutiny of security operations at the main international gateway.
The senators argued that the seriousness of the case requires precautionary measures to ensure the integrity of ongoing investigations, and to demonstrate government’s commitment to combat transnational drug trafficking. They said Liberia cannot afford any perception of complacency in a matter that has attracted national and international attention.
In the communication, members of the Joint National Security Investigative Task Force have identified GLS Menzies General Manager Paul King, and security manager, Philip Yeoh, among persons of interest in the ongoing investigation.
The revelation has fueled public concerns about possible weaknesses in the management, and oversight of airport cargo operations.
Dillon and Joseph contended that when senior officials of a concessionaire responsible for safeguarding cargo channels become subjects of an active investigation, it raises legitimate questions that must be addressed through transparent and decisive action.
The two men stressed the need for public confidence in the investigative process, which must be protected at all costs. The lawmakers emphasized the need for their request not to be interpreted as a declaration of guilt against GLS Menzies, or any of its officials.
Instead, they described the proposed suspension as a temporary administrative measure to prevent interference with investigations, preserve evidence and reassure the public that authorities are acting without fear or favor.
Their communication further warned that allowing the concessionaire to continue operating under the cloud of an ongoing criminal investigation could damage the credibility among international aviation and trade partners.
The pair request comes amid growing public pressure on law enforcement agencies and government institutions to uncover the full network behind the cocaine shipment.
