Former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has made explosive claims, alleging that a majority of NPP executives are involved in illegal mining.
According to Mr Agyapong, the fight against illegal mining was undermined under the previous Akufo-Addo administration by political actors, insisting that internal complicity is one of the key reasons Ghana continues to struggle with the menace.
Individuals within the NPP, he said, didn’t demonstrate enough commitment to ending galamsey, despite public assurances and policy interventions.
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“The majority of NPP executives are involved in galamsey. That is why the fight is not going well,” he alleged.
Speaking on Net2 TV recently, the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant argued that political interference and vested interests have weakened enforcement efforts, making it difficult for state institutions to effectively clamp down on illegal mining operations across the country.
He further claimed that the problem is not limited to one political party, stating that elements within the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) are also complicit in similar activities.
The former MP stressed that Ghana’s natural resources are being destroyed due to greed, corruption, and lack of political will, warning that the country risks long-term environmental and economic damage if urgent action is not taken.
He questioned the sincerity of public officials who publicly condemn galamsey while allegedly benefiting from it behind the scenes.
Mr Agyapong, known for his outspoken commentary on governance and corruption issues, insisted that he is prepared to expose individuals involved in illegal mining activities if necessary.
“I have been quiet, but I will speak. Nobody can silence me,” he stated, adding that he possesses information that could shock the nation if made public.
He also criticized the broader political class, accusing some politicians of prioritizing personal enrichment over national development.
According to him, the persistent destruction of water bodies and forest reserves is a direct consequence of political hypocrisy and weak enforcement mechanisms.
Mr Agyapong called for a more honest and aggressive national approach to fighting galamsey, emphasizing that Ghana’s survival depends on protecting its environment and natural resources.
He urged political leaders to lead by example and ensure that anti-galamsey campaigns are not reduced to rhetoric while illegal mining continues unchecked.