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The Deputy Campaign Coordinator for Special Operations of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Chief Biney Hamilton Nixon, has expressed disappointment over President Nana Akufo-Addo\u2019s recent political challenges to former President and flagbearer of the NDC, John Dramani Mahama, regarding the galamsey crisis.<\/p>\n
Addressing the issue on his Facebook page, Chief Biney criticized the President for prioritizing political posturing over taking decisive action to tackle illegal mining, which continues to wreak havoc on Ghana\u2019s environment and communities.<\/p>\n
Biney described the President\u2019s call for Mr. Mahama to clarify his stance on galamsey as unnecessary and out of touch with the pressing needs of the nation.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe NDC has already outlined its clear plans to address the galamsey menace in its 2024 manifesto,\u201d he noted, adding that demanding further clarification from someone without executive power was disingenuous.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe people of Ghana deserve action, not political posturing,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
Chief Biney stressed that it is the current government\u2019s responsibility to stop the environmental destruction caused by illegal mining.<\/p>\n
He pointed to the alarming levels of pollution in Ghana\u2019s rivers and the widespread displacement of communities, insisting that the issue has escalated under President Akufo-Addo\u2019s watch.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Ghanaian people expect their President to govern, not campaign,\u201d Biney said, urging the government to enforce laws and implement effective measures to halt galamsey operations.<\/p>\n
He called for decisive leadership to restore the environment and protect future generations. According to Biney, the responsibility lies with those in power now, not with those vying for office in the future.<\/p>\n
He urged the government to shift focus from campaigning to governing, emphasizing that Ghanaians expect leadership and solutions, not blame games. Adding that his remarks echo a growing sentiment among Ghanaians who are frustrated by the government\u2019s failure to resolve the galamsey crisis.<\/p>\n
\u201cGhana needs leadership now more than ever,\u201d Biney concluded. \u201cThe focus should be on governing, not campaigning.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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