By Amos HarrisA major seizure by the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) at the Bo-Waterside Port of Entry has once again exposed the scale of suspected illicit trafficking activities passing through Liberian borders. The incident has raised troubling questions regarding enforcement gaps, institutional capacity, and the escalating threat that narcotics pose to national security. According to LDEA authorities, the search led to the discovery of two packs of Tapentadol Tramadol, an opioid-based substance frequently associated with drug abuse across West Africa. The Bo-Waterside seizure is not an isolated event; it follows a recent operation by the same LDEA team that resulted in the confiscation of illicit drugs and an additional USD $150,000 in cash. While the LDEA has reaffirmed its commitment to the fight, many believe a more holistic approach is required.

Source: GNN Liberia March 30, 2026 15:03 UTC