(Monrovia, Liberia – October 7, 2025), The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to ensuring transparency, accountability, and justice in the ongoing investigation of the alleged rape case involving former Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr. J. Bryant McGill.
While the Ministry recognizes the heightened public concern and outrage surrounding this matter, we strongly urge the public and all stakeholders and the media to refrain from politicizing, prejudging and sensationalizing the outcome of investigation.
The investigative process is at a critical phase as the Ministry’s Legal Team is working in close coordination with the Liberia National Police (LNP) to ensure that due process is diligently observed. Every effort is being made to guarantee that the investigation remains independent, transparent, and completely free from external interference or influence.
The Ministry assures the public that no stone will be left unturned in the pursuit of justice. We remain steadfast and resolute in upholding the rule of law and protecting the rights and dignity of all victims and survivors of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).
In another development, the Ministry extends its profound appreciation to residents of the Via Town Community on Bushrod Island for their vigilant and courageous intervention in the recent alleged rape case involving a staff of the Ministry of Agriculture. Such community solidarity and proactive action are commendable and serve as a vital example of citizen responsibility in combating sexual violence.
However, the ministry is deeply disheartened and vehemently condemns the inhumane and reprehensible act allegedly committed by Mr. Sando S. Kromah, age 34, who was reportedly caught in the act of violating a 14-year-old minor by community dwellers, who swiftly intervened and rushed the survivor to a nearby medical facility.
The Ministry recognizes and commends the prioritism and vigilance demonstrated by the community, which underscores that the fight against sexual and gender-based violence is a shared national responsibility. This fight demands the collective courage and action of every Liberian, in families, communities, and institutions.
The survivor is currently under the protective care of the Ministry, receiving comprehensive medical treatment and psychosocial counseling, while the alleged perpetrator remains in custody at the Monrovia Central Prison pending court trial.
The Ministry reiterates its zero-tolerance stance on all forms of sexual and gender-based violence and calls on all communities to remain vigilant, proactive, and united in reporting and preventing rape, child abuse, and domestic violence across the country.
