Joseph Boakai

Joseph Boakai is the current President of Liberia. He is newsworthy due to his recent order for a joint investigation into a significant drug bust at the country's international airport. The seizure involved cocaine valued at an estimated $19 million, falsely declared as seasoning cubes. This incident sparked political controversy, with critics expressing concern over the slow identification of suspects and the potential for some to have fled the country. President Boakai's directive involves both the police and the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) to thoroughly investigate the matter. The investigation is ongoing, with five suspects having been charged in connection with the bust. The event highlights ongoing challenges with drug trafficking in the region and the administration's response to such crises.