The article highlights ongoing concerns in Ghana regarding the environmental devastation caused by small-scale illegal mining, known locally as galamsey. Activist Oliver Barker Vormawor, alongside other Ghanaians, protested in Accra against the former president's inaction on this pressing issue, prompting their arrest. With new president John Mahama now in office, activists express doubt regarding his willingness to confront the pollution crisis, compounded by a lack of proposed strategies from his administration. The situation is dire as contamination of water sources puts public health and safety at risk.
As illegal and small-scale mining threatens Ghana's environment, activists have expressed concern over President Mahama's ability to address rising pollution and contamination issues.
Oliver Barker Vormawor criticized former President Akufo-Addo for inaction, voicing skepticism about Mahama's commitment to confront the ongoing environmental crisis.
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