MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has officially accepted the resignation of Mr. D. Dorr Cooper, who served as Inspector General at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. In a formal letter dated May 28, 2025, Mr. Cooper tendered his resignation, expressing deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve the Liberian people. He described his public service as one of the greatest honors of his life and reaffirmed his ongoing commitment to patriotism, accountability, and the core principles of public duty.
President Boakai acknowledged and appreciated Mr. Cooper’s contributions, commending his efforts to strengthen transparency and oversight within the nation’s commercial regulatory system. The President reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to good governance and institutional effectiveness, assuring citizens that the Ministry of Commerce and Industry remains fully functional and committed to its mandate. An official announcement concerning Mr. Cooper’s replacement will be made at an appropriate time.
Mr. Cooper’s resignation follows growing public attention over his role in exposing falsified academic documents, including a case involving the use of a deceased individual’s student ID at the University of Liberia. This revelation triggered broader discussions about credential fraud and institutional credibility, prompting internal reviews across several government agencies. His departure adds a new layer to the ongoing national conversation about integrity in public service and academic institutions.
