The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has sounded the alarm over what it describes as a systematic abuse of citizens’ rights and a lack of commitment by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government in the fight against illegal mining, known as galamsey. Apexnewsgh reports
At a press conference held at the NPP headquarters, Director of Communications Richard Ahiagbah criticized the administration of President John Dramani Mahama, accusing it of rolling back democratic freedoms and failing to curb illegal mining activities that threaten Ghana’s environment.
Ahiagbah stated that the 2024 general elections were pivotal, with economic recovery, job creation, and the fight against galamsey at stake. However, three months into President Mahama’s administration, the NPP claims to be witnessing a regressive resetting of the presidency that undermines democratic rights and environmental protection efforts.
The NPP also accused the government of using the Judiciary to unfairly target opposition members while exonerating its own. Ahiagbah criticized Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Dr. Dominic Ayine for allegedly engaging in a media trial rather than pursuing cases in court.
Furthermore, the NPP took issue with the government’s 2025 budget, describing it as a disappointment that failed to deliver on key campaign promises, including the much-publicized 24-hour economy initiative. Ahiagbah noted that instead of a clear roadmap, the budget freezes public sector employment and prioritizes expenditures that benefit a few individuals at the Jubilee House over critical sectors like agriculture and job creation.
The NPP also accused the Mahama administration of enabling illegal mining activities by failing to repeal Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2462, which permits mining in forest reserves. Ahiagbah warned that Ghana risks losing all 288 of its forest reserves to galamsey if the government does not act decisively.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
