President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling the menace of illegal mining, also known as galamsey, and completing all stalled infrastructure projects. Speaking at a meeting with the Council of State and anti-galamsey stakeholders at the Jubilee House, President Mahama expressed concern about the conduct of some members of the anti-galamsey task force, accusing them of exploiting the fight for personal gain.
The President emphasised that the issue of illegal mining is a complex fight that requires a multi-faceted approach. To address this challenge, he has invited stakeholders to his office to streamline their activities and prevent the rise of illegal task forces that are taking advantage of the situation as part of broader efforts to curb the destructive practices associated with galamsey
On infrastructure, President Mahama announced that his administration is committed to completing all abandoned and ongoing projects. To achieve this, the Ministry of Finance has set aside funds to clear arrears owed to contractors, who will be paid to return to the site and continue work without delay. The president prioritised payment to road constructors, citing the importance of road construction in stimulating economic activity and preventing further delays. Payment to contractors is expected to commence by the end of the month.
REPORT BY JOSEPHINE YEBOAH
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