President John Mahama has reiterated his commitment to the fight against illegal mining, widely known as Galamsey stressing that he will continue decisively and without fear or favour.
Speaking at a Ghana Military Academy graduation ceremony on Friday, January 30, 2026, he says government has already taken steps to combat illegal mining including declaring some forest reserves and rivers as security zones to avoid further destruction.
He noted that while these measures are yielding positive results, he will not be complacent and relent in the strikes against illegal mining.
“Forests and river bodies have been declared security zones. Permanent military bases have been established and offenders have been arrested and are being prosecuted. Rivers such as the Pra, Ankobra and Offin are gradually recovering.
“This fight requires national unity. It is a moral, civic, and generational duty, and I call on all Ghanaians to stand together to restore and protect our land,” he said.
“Let me be clear, illegal mining will continue to be confronted decisively and without fear or favour,” he stated.
However, President Mahama emphasised that winning the battle against illegal mining requires collective national effort, not government alone.
“This fight requires national unity. It is a moral civic and generational duty and I call on Ghanaians to stand together to restore and protect our land,” he added.
