NPP’s Ernest Owusu-Bempah demands answers from Prof. Frimpong-Boateng on Galamsey involvement
The Deputy Communications Officer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ernest Owusu-Bempah, has called on former Minister of Environment Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, to come forward and answer questions about his alleged involvement in illegal small-scale mining activities (Galamsey). This comes after a report from the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining (IMCIM), written by Frimpong-Boateng, implicated several government officials.
In a statement released on Monday, Owusu-Bempah questioned Frimpong-Boateng’s involvement in Galamsey and why he had remained silent for almost four years. He accused the former Minister of contriving his tales and challenged him to provide unscripted responses.
According to Owusu-Bempah, the allegations made by Frimpong-Boateng are serious and must be investigated thoroughly. He said, “We cannot allow individuals to get away with such serious allegations without providing evidence to back them up. We need to know the truth about what has been going on, and those responsible should be held accountable.”
Owusu-Bempah also called for the government to take immediate action to address the issue of illegal mining in Ghana. He said, “Illegal mining is a serious problem that is affecting our country’s environment and economy. The government must take immediate action to put an end to this practice and hold those responsible accountable for their actions.”
In response to the allegations, Frimpong-Boateng has denied any involvement in illegal mining activities. He said, “I have never been involved in Galamsey, and I stand by my report. The allegations made against me are baseless and unfounded.”
In a nutshell, the allegations made by Frimpong-Boateng in his report on Galamsey have caused a stir in Ghanaian politics. Owusu-Bempah’s demand for answers from the former Minister highlights the need for transparency and accountability in government. The issue of illegal mining must be addressed urgently to protect Ghana’s environment and economy.