LDEA Commander Urges United Fight Against Illicit Drug Abuse and Trafficking

By: Emmanuel Koffa |Grand Kru County Correspondent

Grand Kru, Liberia – Monday, August 11, 2025-The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency Grand Kru Detachment Commander, Michael Jipply has stressed the pressing need for a united front among all Liberians against illicit drug abuse and trafficking in Liberia.

His remark comes as thousands of women and other stakeholders were seen in the streets of Monrovia during the country highly anticipated “Say No to Drugs” peaceful awareness rally on Thursday August 7, 2025, which aims to promote mental health awareness and combat the growing drug crisis in the nation.

The Thursday August 7, 2025 “Say No to Drugs” peaceful match awareness rally is part of the government broader national campaign aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of mental health.

 LDEA Commander 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.

According to him, the fight against illicit drugs in the country is not just the responsibility of the government or law enforcement agencies, but requires the collaboration and commitment of every Liberian.

He noted that as drug-related issues continue to plague many 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.

Commander Jipply highlighted several initiatives that the LDEA plans to implement in the fight against drugs abuse and trafficking, include educational programs in schools to inform young people about the risks associated with drug use, 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 spiral out of control. Drug trafficking and abuse have a profound impact on our youth and hinder national development in all facets of our lives,” Jipply warned.

He called on parents, teachers, and community leaders to take an active role in educating young people about the dangers of drug use, while at the same time called for public support in pushing for policies that would enhance the agency’s capacity to effectively address drug-related crimes.

Meanwhile, the “Say No to Drugs” peaceful match rally Thursday August 7, 2025 attracted thousands of participants from various sectors of society, all united in their pledge to combat drug abuse across Liberia.