GRENVILLE, SINOE COUNTY – The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) in Sinoe County on April 4, 2026, arrested a Nigerian national, Ojukuwu Godwin, after seizing a significant quantity of illicit drugs. The arrest, carried out at approximately 7:30 a.m., followed the execution of a search and seizure warrant obtained from the 3rd Judicial Circuit Court in Greenville.
According to a press release from the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), the arresting team confiscated 28.3 grams of kush and 26 grams of cocaine from the suspect. The estimated street value of the seized substances is substantial, with kush valued at 566.00 USD (107,500 Liberian Dollars) and cocaine at 1,300 USD (247,000 Liberian Dollars), totaling $1,866.00 USD and 354,500 LD.
“The suspect is currently being investigated and will be turned over to the court for prosecution in accordance with the amended Drug Law of Liberia,” the LDEA statement noted.
This operation underscores the ongoing efforts of the LDEA to combat drug trafficking across Liberia, particularly in remote counties where illicit trade often flourishes. The agency, through its Chief of Public Relations, S/A G. Olando Demey, called on citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious drug-related activities.
“The LDEA urges the public to continue assisting in the fight against drug trafficking by reporting any suspicious drug activities through its hotlines: 0777-133333 and 0888-133333,” the statement read.
The LDEA emphasized that arrests like these are critical to curbing the spread of illegal narcotics and ensuring community safety. They further noted that investigations are ongoing to determine whether Ojukuwu Godwin has connections to larger drug networks operating within and beyond Sinoe County.
Residents of Greenville and surrounding areas have been commended for their cooperation with law enforcement, highlighting the importance of community involvement in national anti-drug efforts.
This arrest serves as a reminder that Liberia’s drug laws are being actively enforced, and the LDEA is committed to holding offenders accountable. Legal experts suggest that under the amended Drug Law, those found guilty of drug trafficking could face significant fines and custodial sentences.
Meanwhile, the LDEA continues to encourage citizens to remain alert, emphasizing that public participation is key to disrupting the supply chains of illegal drugs across Liberia.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to protecting public health and security while sending a clear message to drug traffickers that Liberia’s law enforcement will not tolerate illegal narcotics operations.
