”, Gongloe said corruption fuels social problems that threaten the country’s future, particularly the spread of illegal drugs. “One painful consequence of corruption and the general moral decline in our country is the growing prevalence of narcotic drugs,” Gongloe said. “Every child protected from narcotic drugs is a neighbor loved. “When corruption opens the door, narcotic drugs enter; when narcotic drugs enter, hope leaves many homes.” Gongloe urged Liberia to pursue similar reforms by promoting integrity, accountability, and moral leadership to combat corruption and safeguard the country’s future.