The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has demanded an immediate investigation into Aowin Member of Parliament, Oscar Ofori Larbi, and two National Democratic Congress (NDC) constituency executives over their alleged involvement in illegal mining activities.
Addressing a press conference in Accra, the Coalition’s Convener, Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, urged state authorities to take firm and impartial action.
Dr. Ashigbey stressed that political affiliations must not be used as a shield to protect those who flout the law. “This is no longer just an environmental issue. Communities are being poisoned, our water bodies are being destroyed, and the future of this nation is being mortgaged due to inaction on illegal mining,” he declared.
Dr. Ashigbey warned that if individuals entrusted with the responsibility of making laws are found to be breaking them, it signals a deeper national crisis. The Coalition is demanding that state investigative bodies immediately look into the allegations and, if evidence is found, pursue prosecution without fear or favour.
Dr. Ashigbey renewed calls for the government to declare a nationwide state of emergency in areas most affected by galamsey, noting that the scale of destruction now poses a serious national security risk. “We cannot afford selective justice. Accountability must be upheld regardless of political ties. The law must work for all,” he added.
The Coalition’s demands underscore the need for impartial action against individuals accused of engaging in illegal mining activities, regardless of their political affiliations. The call for a nationwide state of emergency highlights the gravity of the situation and the need for urgent action to mitigate the effects of galamsey.
