President Boakai Accepts Resignation of LDEA Officer-In-Charge, Appoints New Acting Director General

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has accepted the resignation of Mr. Christopher S. Peters, Sr., Officer-In-Charge of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), effective immediately.

In his resignation letter, Mr. Peters expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the nation and the LDEA.

President Boakai thanked Mr. Peters for his dedicated service, particularly highlighting his leadership in several key initiatives, including the seizure of illicit drugs valued at US$4 million and securing long-term prison sentences for convicted drug traffickers through the Liberian courts.

The President recognized Mr. Peters' contributions to Liberia's ongoing fight against drug trafficking and wished him success in his future endeavors.

In the wake of this resignation, President Boakai has appointed Mr. Anthony Souh as Acting Director General of the LDEA. The President expressed full confidence in Mr. Souh’s ability to carry out his new responsibilities with dedication and loyalty.

President Boakai reaffirmed his administration's commitment to combating the nation's drug crisis and enhancing the operational capacity of the LDEA to tackle the growing drug trade in Liberia.