Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai recently underwent a drug test, fulfilling a promise he made during his address to the legislature on January 29th, shortly after assuming office.
The test, overseen by the Ministry of Health, confirmed that Boakai tested negative for drugs and illegal substances.
Accompanied by Vice-President Jeremiah Kpan Koung and other officials, Boakai reiterated his commitment to combatting drug abuse, declaring it a “national health emergency” during his address to the legislature.
“The drugs epidemic, especially the use of kush [a mixture of cannabis, chemicals and medicine], is disturbing. It’s destroying the youth and future generation of our country,” he said. The Liberian leader wants all his officials to take drug tests.
