Monrovia, Feb. 12 -- President Joseph Boakai's decision to alter the setup of the Armed Forces of Liberia and the Ministry of National Defense has reportedly been dealt a setback with the resignation of the recently confirmed Minister of National Defense Prince Charles Johnson, FrontPageAfrica has learned.

Johnson's resignation come just days after wives of soldiers of the Armed Forces of Liberia staged road blockades and protests in the capital Monrovia and various parts of the country.

Johnson, in a statement viewed by FrontPageAfrica says he is stepping down for the common good of the country and the institution he has served for the past 18 years. He wants to make sure discipline is instilled in the army and any allegation of him mi...