Monrovia, May 7 -- Prominent Bong County lawyer, Attorney George Mulbah, has raised alarm over potential jihadist threats in Liberia following the recent arrest of two Burkinabe nationals suspected of illegal mining activities in Gbankoneh Town, Bong County.

According to Attorney Mulbah, the discovery of a Burkinabe hideout in the town has sparked serious national security concerns, given Burkina Faso's ongoing battle with jihadist groups in the Sahel region of West Africa.

"These individuals entered Liberia illegally, bypassing immigration and security systems, and were found with dangerous chemicals used in mining," Mulbah disclosed. "Liberia is at risk of infiltration if the government fails to enforce strict border and security cont...