Armed Forces of Liberia Discharges Three Active-Duty Personnel for Misconduct
By: Melvin Flomo
Monrovia, Liberia – June 25, 2024: The Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) has taken decisive action by administratively discharging three active-duty personnel for conduct deemed incompatible with AFL standards and the Constitution of the Republic of Liberia. This move, carried out under Section 7.7(j) of the National Defense Act of 2008, underscores the AFL’s commitment to upholding discipline and integrity within its ranks.
Details of the Discharges:
First Lieutenant (1Lt) Abraham Dolo (OF/2017-177): 1Lt Abraham Dolo, who enlisted as a Private in 2009, rose through the ranks to become a First Lieutenant in 2020, serving in the 23rd Infantry Brigade. His dismissal follows a February 2024 incident where a 15-year-old boy was accidentally shot at a local drinking spot in the Baptist Seminary, Paynesville, using Dolo’s unattended firearm. Dolo admitted to being intoxicated and leaving his weapon unsecured, and a subsequent medical examination confirmed marijuana use. President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Liberia, authorized his discharge.
Private First Class (PFC) Kerkula Rocheforte (EN/2015-08/2367): Enlisting in 2015, PFC Kerkula Rocheforte was last assigned to the AFL Engineer Battalion in Gbarnga, Bong County. He was found in possession of 32 wraps of Kush drugs within the barracks, and subsequent tests at the 14 Military Hospital confirmed marijuana use. His discharge was sanctioned by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia.
Private (Pvt) Essa Bility (EN/2022-09/2561): Pvt Essa Bility, who joined the AFL in October 2022, served at the Armed Forces Training Command. His discharge follows a positive test for multiple illegal substances, including cocaine and marijuana. The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia authorized his dismissal.Additionally, on June 21, 2024, Staff Sergeant Mohammed Rogers was discharged under the same section of the National Defense Act for similar conduct violations.AFL’s Commitment to Discipline and Professionalism.
The High Command of the AFL has reiterated its “zero tolerance” policy on drug abuse and emphasized the paramount importance of discipline among its personnel. The AFL remains committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and ethical conduct, reassuring the public of its dedication to being a “Force for Good.
“Source: Armed Forces of Liberia Public Affairs Office
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