Akufo-Addo prioritising election win over galamsey fight – Vanderpuye

Member of Parliament for Odododiodoo, Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has alleged that President Akufo-Addo is deliberately not taking decisive action against illegal mining, also known galamsey due to fear of losing votes.

This comes amidst growing calls for the government to declare a state emergency and ban small-scale mining activities, following the severe disruption of water bodies by illegal mining.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Big Issue, Vanderpuye criticised the government’s lack of leadership in addressing the issue.

Vanderpuye further alleged that government officials have prioritised winning elections over governing the country.