Prosecute galamsey kingpins – Catholic Bishops to Mahama
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference has called on President John Dramani Mahama to demonstrate decisive leadership in the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, by prosecuting high-profile individuals involved in the practice.
Speaking during the CSOs meeting with President John Dramani Mahama, on Friday, October 3, the Bishops said the government must go beyond words and ensure visible action against the powerful actors driving the menace.
“We urge you, Your Excellency, to provide clearer benchmarks that will trigger a state of emergency. Visible prosecution of kingpins, including those named in official reports. Measurable performance indicators for local authorities and security services.
“Protection for communities and traditional authorities who resist galamsey. Accountability for those complicit,” the Bishops urged.
The Bishops warned that Ghana’s natural resources and the safety of its citizens were at stake, stressing that no one should be seen as above the law.
“Our people must see that no one is above the law. We are with you in this fight, and we urge you to act with courage and moral clarity.
“History will not measure your leadership by words alone, but by the protection you secured for generations yet unborn. Our house is on fire, let’s put it out,” the Bishops stated.
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