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Former Liberian vice president charged in drug-trafficking probe

Former Liberian vice president charged in drug-trafficking probe

Jewel Howard-Taylor faces charges of illegally facilitating, importing and selling drugs, alongside money laundering.

August 20, 2026 at 03:09 AM Original source
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Key People

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George WeahPolitician

George Weah is the former President of Liberia.

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Jewel Cianeh TaylorPolitician

Jewel Cianeh Taylor was Vice President of Liberia from 2018 to 2024.

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Joseph BoakaiPolitician

President of Liberia expressing concerns over the safety of Liberian citizens in South Africa.

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Monrovia, Liberia Liberia

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cocaine corruption drug trafficking jewel howard-taylor Liberia money laundering political scandal

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Jewel Howard-Taylor faces charges of illegally facilitating, importing and selling drugs, alongside money laundering.

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