The premeditated statement from the Parliamentary Candidate for Amenfi East, Ernest Frimpong, has garnered bold support from the lower echelons of the political hierarchy up to the presidency.
Despite the statement being unreserved and in bad taste, Frimpong maintains his stance, asserting that although his words may have been ill-received, he stands by them, believing in their truth.
Member of Parliament for Wa West, Honorable Peter Lanchere Toobu, shared his thoughts on the matter during the Adekyee Mu Nsem morning show on Ahotor 92.3 FM, hosted by Citizen Kofi Owusu in Accra. Toobu echoed criticisms of the president’s pledge to combat illegal mining, known as “Galamsey,” labeling it as mere rhetoric. He suggested that the economic struggles faced by youth in mining communities often drive them towards illegal mining for survival.
Toobu also pointed out the inadequacy of efforts to curb illegal mining, attributing it to the president’s reluctance to confront his own ministers and party affiliates implicated in such activities. He proposed a more resolute approach from institutions like the Inspector General of Police and the Military High Command to prevent civilian groups in mining areas from escalating confrontations with military personnel.
In a related development, the Ghana Armed Forces issued a statement emphasizing the right of soldiers to self-defense in the face of imminent threats or attacks. The statement reminded the public that assaulting or attacking soldiers constitutes a serious offense punishable by law. The Ghana Armed Forces urged citizens to respect and cooperate with soldiers, refraining from engaging in violence or incitement against them.
Story by : AYM Kukah
