Illegal mining called security threat

Lawuratu Musah Saaka has described illegal mining in Ghana as a security emergency. She spoke at an event on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Saaka is a member of the New Patriotic Party communications team.

She said the issue poses a significant danger. Saaka criticised officials from the former Mahama government. She questioned their handling of concerns about illegal mining.

Religious leaders had previously raised alarms about galamsey. Saaka implied that these warnings were not adequately addressed.

The NPP member highlighted the severity of the problem. She stated that it has escalated to a level requiring urgent attention from security forces.

Saaka’s remarks connect illegal mining directly to national security risks. She stressed the need for robust measures to combat the activity.

The ongoing galamsey crisis continues to be a major concern for many Ghanaians. Its environmental and economic impacts are widely reported.