Published: April 3, 2026
MONROVIA – A growing dispute between a local anti-drug advocacy group and the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS) has escalated into a high-stakes confrontation marked by allegations of sexual abuse, violence, administrative interference, and counter-claims of misconduct, with both sides calling each other into question.
Students United Against Drugs & Crime (SUADC-Liberia) has accused school authorities at William V.S. Tubman High School of failing to act on serious incidents and forcibly shutting down its operations, while MCSS has dismissed the claims and instead accused the group’s founder, Samuel M’bock, of engaging in “unorthodox activities” inconsistent with school policy.
Allegations of Abuse, Institutional Cover-Up
SUADC-Liberia, which says it has operated on the Tubman High campus since 2021, claims its anti-drug initiatives have contributed to reducing substance abuse in schools across the country.
In its formal complaint, the group alleges that in September 2025, a school official identified as Christopher Nylander, also known as “PI,” sexually assaulted and impregnated a student. It further claims that then-Principal Jehu Gbeedee Nyema attempted to suppress the matter by encouraging a financial settlement with the victim’s family.
The organization maintains that despite repeated calls for accountability, no action was taken, accusing current MCSS Superintendent Dr. Augurie Stevens of shielding those involved.
These allegations have not been independently verified.
Violent Attack, Property Damage Reported
The group also alleges that on Sept. 1, 2025, individuals brought onto campus by MCSS officials attacked its office using sledgehammers, knives and other weapons, causing damage estimated at more than US$1,000.
SUADC-Liberia said the incident was reported to the Liberia National Police, adding that although one school official was reportedly arrested, key suspects were not prosecuted and efforts were made to resolve the matter outside the legal system.
Office Sealed, Operations Suspended
Tensions intensified on March 9, 2026, when the group claims its office was forcibly sealed and members denied access to the campus.
“They illegally and unlawfully welded/sealed our office gate… and instructed security officers to deny us access to the premises,” the group said.
The matter was again reported to police, with suspects arrested and the case forwarded to court. However, SUADC-Liberia alleges judicial interference, claiming a magistrate ordered the reopening of the office—an order it says has yet to be enforced.
The case is currently before the Monrovia City Court under Stipendiary Magistrate L. Ben Barco.
Concerns Over Rising Drug Activities
The group further claims that drug use has increased at the school following its removal from campus, arguing that its absence has weakened anti-drug efforts.
“It is because of our NGO that drugs or drug-related activities subsided… but since they took over… drugs and drug-related activities within the school is high on the increase,” the group stated.
SUADC-Liberia says it possesses audio, video and photographic evidence to support its claims.
In a detailed response issued Wednesday, April 1, MCSS rejected the allegations and said it had an urgent need to reclaim the space occupied by M’bock for academic purposes, particularly to accommodate elective courses.
The system said M’bock was given one month’s notice, effective March 30, to vacate the premises.
“The MCSS wishes to inform the public that ever since Mr. M’bock gained access to the school premises, he has been involved with lots of unorthodox activities, which the current administration sees as unacceptable,” the statement added.
MCSS further clarified that the space had been provided free of charge by previous administrations to support anti-drug initiatives, but alleged it was instead being used for private business.
“Instead, he has been using the space to run his personal security firm called Eagle Expert Security Company,” the statement said.
The system also accused M’bock of misrepresenting himself and exploiting the school’s platform for personal gain.
“Our investigation has unearthed that the assertions Mr. M’bock continues to make to extort money from his victims, that he is a former US Marine, former AFL soldier, former police chief, and EPS officer assigned to Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, are all false and misleading,” the statement stressed. “Mr. M’bock has gone rogue and has elected to take on a smear campaign against the school system because we’ve asked him to vacate our school premises”.
Call for Intervention Amid Escalating Dispute
Amid the deepening standoff, SUADC-Liberia is calling for urgent intervention from national authorities and international partners, citing threats, violence, and what it describes as systemic administrative misconduct.
MCSS, however, has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining discipline and ensuring that all activities within its schools align with the Ministry of Education’s policies and regulations.
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