Gender Ministry Condemns Alleged Sexual Abuse of 15-Year-Old Minor Involving NSA Staffer
Winifred H. Sackor
MONROVIA, LIBERIA: The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MGCSP) has expressed profound concern following reports that Peter Jallah, Special Assistant to the National Security Agency (NSA) Director, Major General Prince C. Johnson, allegedly perpetrated sexual abuse against a 15-year-old boy, characterising such conduct as a grave affront to child rights and the rule of law.
In a statement dated January 9, 2026, the Ministry condemned any act of sexual violence against children, labeling it as both a grave criminal offense and a flagrant violation of Liberia’s Children’s Law, the Penal Law, and international child protection treaties ratified by the country.
Emphasising the enduring impact on victims, the Ministry further remarked, “Sexual abuse of a minor is a serious crime that inflicts lasting physical, psychological, and emotional harm on victims and undermines the moral fabric of our society.”
Calling for immediate and diligent intervention, the Ministry exhorted law enforcement authorities to undertake a scrupulous and impartial inquiry.
“We call for a thorough, impartial, and expedited investigation by the appropriate law enforcement authorities to establish the facts of this matter,” the statement asserted, highlighting the necessity of holding any perpetrator accountable.
The Ministry stressed that the welfare and protection of the child must remain paramount.
“The identity and privacy of the victim must be safeguarded at all times, in line with child protection best practices,” it added, noting the critical importance of access to medical care, psychosocial support, and legal safeguards for the minor concerned.
Further, the Ministry appealed to security institutions, parents, guardians, community leaders, and the public to assist authorities by reporting incidents of child abuse and remaining vigilant against threats to children’s safety.
Reiterating its unwavering stance against sexual and gender-based violence, the Ministry affirmed its commitment to partnering with national and international stakeholders to reinforce preventive measures and strengthen response systems across Liberia.
