Monrovia, Liberia – Main and Lawyer-at-Legislation Danicious Kwia has returned to Liberia following the profitable completion of his task as a United Nations Army Observer with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). His tour of responsibility lasted from October 27, 2023, to Might 10, 2025.
Endurance Jones, contributing author
A extremely embellished officer with over 19 years of service within the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), Main Kwia returns residence with a wealth of expertise and accomplishments from his worldwide peacekeeping mission. Throughout his time with UNMISS, he performed a pivotal function in supporting the implementation of the Revitalized Settlement on the Decision of the Battle in South Sudan. He labored intently with native stakeholders in Jonglei State to boost neighborhood safety and promote lasting peace.
In recognition of his professionalism and management, Main Kwia was appointed Focal Individual for Electoral Affairs amongst United Nations Army Observers (UNMOs) in Jonglei. On this function, he coordinated election-related actions and earned a Certificates in Elections Administration from BRIDGE, a UK-based NGO specializing in electoral processes.
Main Kwia’s return marks the continuation of a distinguished profession in each the army and authorized arenas. Previous to his task in South Sudan, he served as Battle Captain with the United Nations Multidimensional Built-in Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) from 2019 to 2021, the place he supported command operations and coordinated intelligence and mission execution inside the Tactical Operations Heart.
Over his practically two-decade army profession, Main Kwia has held a number of high-profile positions, together with Army Police Commander, Provost Marshal Basic, and at present serves as Deputy Decide Advocate Basic of the Armed Forces of Liberia. On this function, he spearheads authorized reforms, trains army personnel on compliance and requirements, and offers authorized steering on bilateral agreements and Memoranda of Understanding. He’s extensively revered for his dedication to army justice and institutional integrity.
Main Kwia’s educational background features a Bachelor of Legal guidelines (LLB) diploma from the Louis Arthur Grimes College of Legislation on the College of Liberia (2018) and a Bachelor of Science in Legal Justice Administration from the African Methodist Episcopal Zion College Faculty (1999). He additionally holds a WAEC certificates and highschool diploma from William V.S. Tubman Excessive College.
His army schooling contains coaching from a number of prestigious establishments throughout the globe:
- Grasp of Science in Army Administration, Nanjing Military Command Faculty, China (2013)
- Operational Planning Certificates (Junior Employees Course), Horton Academy, Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (2011)
- Public Sector Administration Certificates, College of Sierra Leone
- Firm Commander Course Certificates, Rwanda Army Academy – Gako (2010)
- Army Police Fundamental Management Course, Fort Leonard Wooden, Missouri, USA (2008)
- Platoon Management Course, Fort Benning, Georgia, USA (2007–2008)
- Officer Candidate College, Barclay Coaching Heart, Liberia (2007)
- Fundamental Non-Commissioned Officer Course (BNCOC), BTC (2007)
- Preliminary Entry and Superior Particular person Coaching, BTC (2006)
Along with his army and authorized contributions, Main Kwia has supported nationwide reconciliation efforts, serving as a Human Rights Mapping Assertion Taker throughout the institution of Liberia’s Reality and Reconciliation Fee (TRC). He has additionally labored with the United Nations Growth Programme (UNDP) and World Imaginative and prescient Worldwide on peacebuilding and psychosocial counseling initiatives.
Main Kwia’s return from South Sudan underscores his steadfast dedication to nationwide and worldwide service. As a soldier, lawyer, peacekeeper, and advocate for justice, his profession stands as a testomony to his dedication to humanity and the rule of legislation.
