Monrovia, Feb. 17 -- The Ministry of Justice has ordered the immediate cessation of all activities linked to a group calling itself the "National Fula Security of Liberia (NFSL)," declaring the entity unauthorized and warning that its continued operation poses serious national security concerns.

In a statement issued Monday, February 16, the Ministry said it had taken note of "alarming reports, images, and public communications" circulating on social media regarding the purported establishment and recruitment activities of the group.

The Ministry made clear that no authorization, permit, registration, or operational approval has been granted by the Government of Liberia for the creation or operation of any entity under the name "Nationa...