The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Atwima Kwanwoma in the Ashanti Region, Wisdom Osei Boamah, has debunked allegations that equipment under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) is being used for illegal mining activities.
Speaking on Ghanakoma morning show on Akoma 87.9 FM in Kumasi with Sir John, on Monday, March 9,2026, he described the claims as a deliberate attempt to tarnish his reputation.
The MCE said the matter has been reported to the police.
“I have seen the video shared on a WhatsApp platform by some people in my area, but I have reported the matter to the police because the person is spreading false information and creating fear and panic,” he stated.
His comments come in response to a viral video purporting that DRIP equipment was being used for galamsey under his supervision.
He dismissed the video as misleading and threatened legal action against the individuals behind the video and media outlets that published the story without verification.
He clarified that the DRIP initiative, introduced under the Akufo-Addo administration, did not include excavators, contrary to claims in the video.
“I don’t have any site, and neither am I involved in galamsey. All the DRIP machines have been used for reshaping with some mining firms in the area providing fuel for it.
We are doing a lot of rehashing and rehabilitation in many of our communities due to the deplorable nature of our roads.
He emphasized that traditional authorities and others had also been involved in the legitimate use of the equipment, and at no point had it been diverted for illegal mining.
By Benjamin Aidoo
