Sunday, July 13, 2025
Voice FM...94.3
  • Home
    • All
    • Extra
    • Featured
    • International News
    • Local News
    • Politics
    • Voice Articles
    • Voice Business
    • Voice Entertainment
    • Voice Sports
    Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

    Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

    Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

    Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

    Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

    Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

    Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

    Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

    C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

    C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

    Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at Offinso Abofour

    Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at Offinso Abofour

    Trending Tags

    • Voicefm
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Business
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • International
    • All
    • Africa
    • Americas
    • Asia
    • Europe
    Pope Francis dead at 88, Vatican confirms

    Pope Francis dead at 88, Vatican confirms

    Boy, 10, dies after 340-pound foster mother sits on him

    Boy, 10, dies after 340-pound foster mother sits on him

    Pastor’s son in trouble for selling girlfriend’s car to marry another woman

    Pastor’s son in trouble for selling girlfriend’s car to marry another woman

    Kenyan Policeman shoots Magistrate in open court

    Kenyan Policeman shoots Magistrate in open court

    Lady commits suicide after an interview she granted recounting how she was sleeping with dogs surfaced online

    Lady commits suicide after an interview she granted recounting how she was sleeping with dogs surfaced online

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

  • Voice Xtra
    • All
    • Health
    • Religion
    • Technology
    Bono Regional Chief Imam passes on

    Bono Regional Chief Imam passes on

    ‘If you were silent under NPP, stay silent now’ – Rev Obofour to critics

    ‘If you were silent under NPP, stay silent now’ – Rev Obofour to critics

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

    Train Crash: Truck Driver Parked to Look for Jerk-Eyewitness Reports

    Train Crash: Truck Driver Parked to Look for Jerk-Eyewitness Reports

    Owusu-Bempah exposes Opambour’s boy

    Owusu-Bempah exposes Opambour’s boy

    I saw it – Nigel Gaisie stands by his prophecy on John Kumah’s death

    I saw it – Nigel Gaisie stands by his prophecy on John Kumah’s death

    • Gospel
    • Religion
    • Health
    • Technology
    • Voice Articles
  • LIVE Radio
No Result
View All Result
Voice FM...94.3
  • Home
    • All
    • Extra
    • Featured
    • International News
    • Local News
    • Politics
    • Voice Articles
    • Voice Business
    • Voice Entertainment
    • Voice Sports
    Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

    Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

    Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

    Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

    Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

    Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

    Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

    Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

    C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

    C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

    Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at Offinso Abofour

    Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at Offinso Abofour

    Trending Tags

    • Voicefm
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Business
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • International
    • All
    • Africa
    • Americas
    • Asia
    • Europe
    Pope Francis dead at 88, Vatican confirms

    Pope Francis dead at 88, Vatican confirms

    Boy, 10, dies after 340-pound foster mother sits on him

    Boy, 10, dies after 340-pound foster mother sits on him

    Pastor’s son in trouble for selling girlfriend’s car to marry another woman

    Pastor’s son in trouble for selling girlfriend’s car to marry another woman

    Kenyan Policeman shoots Magistrate in open court

    Kenyan Policeman shoots Magistrate in open court

    Lady commits suicide after an interview she granted recounting how she was sleeping with dogs surfaced online

    Lady commits suicide after an interview she granted recounting how she was sleeping with dogs surfaced online

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

  • Voice Xtra
    • All
    • Health
    • Religion
    • Technology
    Bono Regional Chief Imam passes on

    Bono Regional Chief Imam passes on

    ‘If you were silent under NPP, stay silent now’ – Rev Obofour to critics

    ‘If you were silent under NPP, stay silent now’ – Rev Obofour to critics

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

    Prophet banned from casinos for winning too much

    Train Crash: Truck Driver Parked to Look for Jerk-Eyewitness Reports

    Train Crash: Truck Driver Parked to Look for Jerk-Eyewitness Reports

    Owusu-Bempah exposes Opambour’s boy

    Owusu-Bempah exposes Opambour’s boy

    I saw it – Nigel Gaisie stands by his prophecy on John Kumah’s death

    I saw it – Nigel Gaisie stands by his prophecy on John Kumah’s death

    • Gospel
    • Religion
    • Health
    • Technology
    • Voice Articles
  • LIVE Radio
No Result
View All Result
Voice FM...94.3
No Result
View All Result
Home General News Featured

Galamsey: I believe Akufo-Addo and his government have let the nation down – Kojo Yankah

Attah Dabone by Attah Dabone
September 5, 2024
in Featured, General News, Politics
0
Galamsey: I believe Akufo-Addo and his government have let the nation down – Kojo Yankah
0
SHARES
2
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Founder of the Pan African Heritage Museum, Kojo Yankah has wondered what President Akufo Addo and his government can do between now and the elections on December 7 to tackle the illicit small-scale mining practices (Galamsey).

Mr Yankah believes that the President and his government have let the nation down, with respect to protecting the nation’s environment and natural resources.

He said this after asking questions relating to galamsey in Ghana and the government’s approach to nipping the situation in the bud.

He asked what prevented the inter-ministerial committee that was set up to tackle galamsey and the security agencies from co-opting the National House of Chiefs and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in the exercise.

What was stopping the government from holding bipartisan town hall meetings to seek support for the exercise to address the issue, he further asked.

To him, dancing around the subject and trying to justify or parry the blame is itself very hypocritical.

Mr Yankah’s comments come in the wake of the blame game between the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patritoc Party over the galamesy menace.

There was a heated argument on the floor of parliament on the issue of galamsey on September 3, 2024.

The Majority and Minority Members of Parliament, during the extraordinary meeting of Parliament, blamed each other on the worsening state of the country’s water bodies.

The Majority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh Dompreh, for instance, accused the erstwhile National Democratic Government of causing more havoc to the environment than the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).

“If we are to look and investigate both sides of the House (NPP and NDC), I can tell you that the NDC polluted the water more than us. So, let’s get matters straight,” he said.

The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson indicated that under his government even though security personnel have been deployed to help fight galamsey, the practice is still taking place.

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE :  NPP, NDC mayhem ‘belongs to lunatic fringe’: Cudjoe

Other MPs raised concerns about the scarcity of water in most parts of the country. The MP for Bodi, Samson Ahi said there is water shortage in places such as Kumasi, Western Region and Accra.

Mr Yankah believes that the President and his government have let the nation down, with respect to protecting the nation’s environment and natural resources.

He said this after asking questions relating to galamsey in Ghana and the government’s approach to nipping the situation in the bud.

He asked what prevented the inter-ministerial committee that was set up to tackle galamsey and the security agencies from co-opting the National House of Chiefs and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in the exercise.

What was stopping the government from holding bipartisan town hall meetings to seek support for the exercise to address the issue, he further asked.

To him, dancing around the subject and trying to justify or parry the blame is itself very hypocritical.

Mr Yankah’s comments come in the wake of the blame game between the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patritoc Party over the galamesy menace.

There was a heated argument on the floor of parliament on the issue of galamsey on September 3, 2024.

The Majority and Minority Members of Parliament, during the extraordinary meeting of Parliament, blamed each other on the worsening state of the country’s water bodies.

The Majority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh Dompreh, for instance, accused the erstwhile National Democratic Government of causing more havoc to the environment than the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).

“If we are to look and investigate both sides of the House (NPP and NDC), I can tell you that the NDC polluted the water more than us. So, let’s get matters straight,” he said.

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE :  Nketia: Bawumia lectures needless; he should fix economy

The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson indicated that under his government even though security personnel have been deployed to help fight galamsey, the practice is still taking place.

Other MPs raised concerns about the scarcity of water in most parts of the country. The MP for Bodi, Samson Ahi said there is water shortage in places such as Kumasi, Western Region and Accra.

If care is not taken, we may not get water to bath before coming to Parliament tomorrow,’’ he warned.

In a post on his Facebook page, Mr Yankah, also Founder of the African University College of Communications (AUCC) said ” l feel amused when l see intellectuals trying to play a balancing game on matters which demand direct criticism. We are talking Leadership here. Galamsey reared its head before President Mahama lost the 2016 Elections. Come President Akufo Addo who gave so much hope by putting his Presidency on the line. Some of us loved it because a grave situation like Galamsey could not, and cannot, be controlled by an Association of Professional Bodies (or any CSO). The President rightly appointed an  Inter-Ministerial Committee backed by ALL the Security Agencies – the most powerful instrument to use in handling such a critical issue.

“One immediate top headline news that came out of the exercise was the arrest of a Chinese woman, Aisha. Senior Minister Osafo Maafo is on record to have said that she was released for ‘some diplomatic reasons’ (my own words). This gave courage to some big shots to join the game. We are still to know the full reason for Major Mahama’s brutal murder. Who has been put before court to restrain the other offenders. Who is behind those criminals causing such levels of devastation? We are still waiting for Government action on the comprehensive report produced by the eminent reputable scientist/doctor Professor Frimpong Boateng.

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE :  Cedi stability guaranteed after IMF programme exit – Maafo

“What prevented the Inter-ministerial committee and the security agencies from co-opting the National House of Chiefs and NGOs in the exercise ? What was stopping the government from holding bipartisan town hall meetings to seek support for the exercise. At least, now we know that Ghana Water Company has officially announced that Ghana faces Water Crisis. The Forestry Commission has confirmed that our Forest has been badly depleted. We know as a fact that a deceased party boss willed part of Ghana’s forestry reserves to his family members. The Government (any government) has all the necessary power and tools at its disposal to arrest and deal with any person or persons, whatever their affiliations, who participated in this heinous crime of endangering the economy and future of Ghana. Dancing around the subject and trying to justify or parry the blame is itself very hypocritical.

“I wonder what President Akufo Addo and his government can do between now and the Elections, but l believe that the President and his government have let the nation down, with respect to protecting the nation’s environment and natural resources, and an address on the state of the nation’s resources is due. The Truth must be told. That we fail to see this as one of the reasons for the country’s shabby economy is nothing short of intellectual dishonesty. All Governments should be held accountable for their promises, actions and inactions ! We need to cure this cancer in order to end these equalization comments !”

SOURCE: 3News.com

Share this:

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
Previous Post

Parliament approves $250 million for the Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme

Next Post

Experience Outweighs ‘Tear-Rubber’ Promises- Mahama Responds to Bawumia’s ‘Second-Hand’ Tag

Attah Dabone

Attah Dabone

Next Post
Experience Outweighs ‘Tear-Rubber’ Promises- Mahama Responds to Bawumia’s ‘Second-Hand’ Tag

Experience Outweighs 'Tear-Rubber' Promises- Mahama Responds to Bawumia's 'Second-Hand' Tag

READ - FROM OTHER CATEGORIES

SUGGESTED - FOR YOU

  • All
  • Politics
  • Voice Business
  • Voice Entertainment
  • Health
  • Technology
Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

July 8, 2025
Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

July 8, 2025
Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

July 8, 2025
Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

July 8, 2025
C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

June 21, 2025

EDITOR'S PICKS

Poor Service of Delta Airlines made me miss my Detroit tour – Sarkodie

Poor Service of Delta Airlines made me miss my Detroit tour – Sarkodie

by Attah Dabone
September 11, 2023
0

Ghanaian rapper and songwriter, Sarkodie said he missed his event in Detroit due to Delta

Plot to remove IGP: Dampare to appear before committee on September 12

Plot to remove IGP: Dampare to appear before committee on September 12

by Attah Dabone
September 11, 2023
0

Chairman of the ad-hoc committee probing the leaked plot to remove IGP, Samuel Atta Akyea has

Tema Motorway bridge closes for repair works

Tema Motorway bridge closes for repair works

by Attah Dabone
September 7, 2023
0

The Tema Motorway Bridge that connects Community 18 to Borteyman will be closed to traffic from Sunday,

Wenchi: GES probes teacher for allegedly forcing pupils to swear by deity over stolen phone

Wenchi: GES probes teacher for allegedly forcing pupils to swear by deity over stolen phone

by Attah Dabone
September 7, 2023
0

The Wenchi Municipal Directorate of the Ghana Education Service (GES) in the Bono Region has

Car stolen from a driveway in Canada found in Ghana

Car stolen from a driveway in Canada found in Ghana

by Attah Dabone
September 7, 2023
0

In an astonishing turn of events, a car stolen from a Toronto driveway in Canada

Be transparent in limited voter registration exercise – Mahama tells EC

by Attah Dabone
September 6, 2023
0

Former President John Dramani Mahama has asked the Electoral Commission (EC) to be fair in

NPP flagbearer race: Ghanaians react to Alan’s withdrawal

by Attah Dabone
September 6, 2023
0

Former Trade Minister, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen’s withdrawal from New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential race has sparked reactions

VOICE NEWS - ARCHIVE

Latest News Trending

Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

by Attah Dabone
July 8, 2025
0

Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

by Attah Dabone
July 8, 2025
0

Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

by Attah Dabone
July 8, 2025
0

Featured News

Afriyie Barnieh joins Swiss side FC Aarau

Mahama orders GoldBod taskforce to use body cameras to enhance transparency

Storm-ravaged school in Talensi District transformed by Seidu Agongo

Mahama promises 10% seized gold as reward for whistleblowers

C/R: Two (2) perish in a gory accident on the Mankessim-Accra highway

Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at Offinso Abofour

Hannah Bissiw, Atiwa West DCE lead operation to arrest 10 illegal miners

  • Home
  • LIVE Radio

Voice FM Online © Copyright 2016, All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • LIVE Radio

Voice FM Online © Copyright 2016, All Rights Reserved.