House of Representatives Calls for Suspension of GLS Menzies, EHS Over $19.2M Drug Probe

Capitol Hill, Liberia:The House of Representatives of the 55th Legislature has adopted a resolution requesting the temporary suspension of operations of Global Logistics Service (GLS Menzies) and Express Handling Services (EHS) pending the outcome of an ongoing narcotics investigation linked to the recent drug seizure at Roberts International Airport (RIA).

Forty lawmakers unanimously signed and passed Resolution No. 001/2026 following extensive deliberations during plenary, signaling growing legislative concern over the alleged connection between logistics operations and the high-profile narcotics case currently under investigation by state security agencies.

The resolution seeks the attention of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, urging immediate executive action while investigations continue into the estimated US$19.2 million drug consignment intercepted at RIA. Lawmakers argue that the gravity of the case requires urgent precautionary measures to protect national security and public trust.

During plenary, Sinoe County District #3 Representative Alex S. Noah presented a formal communication backing the resolution. He raised concerns about the continued operations of the company despite its alleged connection to the ongoing investigation.

Representative Noah emphasized that Liberia’s fight against narcotics must be firm and uncompromising, warning that drug-related activities are increasingly undermining the country’s youth and social stability.

“Drugs have reached a point in our society where we cannot afford to compromise any longer. The increasing spread of narcotics is destroying the fabric of our society and negatively impacting our youth on a large scale,” he stated during his submission.

He further argued that any institution linked to illegal drug activities must be thoroughly investigated, adding that the Legislature has a duty to ensure transparency and accountability while safeguarding Liberia’s international reputation.

Lawmakers also referenced earlier executive actions, noting that the Chief Executive Officer associated with GLS Menzies had reportedly been suspended after being identified as a person of interest in the ongoing investigation. They maintained that such developments warrant stronger institutional response from all branches of government.

The resolution calls for three key actions: immediate suspension or closure of GLS Menzies and EHS operations at all ports of entry, a mandatory appearance of company executives before plenary, and the submission of all concession agreements and operational documents to the Legislature for review.

Following debate, the House unanimously passed the resolution and instructed its Chief Clerk to transmit the decision to the Office of the President for appropriate action, as Liberia continues to intensify its national response to narcotics trafficking concerns.