Convener of the One Ghana Movement, Senyo Hosi, has sounded the alarm over what he describes as a growing national security threat posed by the unchecked activities of foreign nationals involved in illegal small-scale mining.
Speaking on The Key Points on TV3, Hosi condemned the establishment of entire unmapped communities by these individuals, calling the development both alarming and disgraceful.
“It is a national security issue, are we really safe as a country that we actually have foreign nationals create their own communities,” he questioned.
“This is a very established community, totally unmapped, it is very scary. I think Ghanaians should be very concerned about what is going on.”
Hosi’s concerns follow recent revelations of illegal mining settlements in forest zones and remote areas, often fortified and beyond the reach of local authorities. He expressed shock that such developments could take root under the radar of national security.
“It is very scary that foreigners can infiltrate our country, create a community and their own community, and it is a disgrace. Investigate why national security allowed this to happen,” he stated emphatically.
“Galamsey must be dealt with very ruthlessly because you have armed galamseyers shooting at security officers. We are a failing state, and the president must take this matter, hold the bull by the horns, and not fail us,” he added.
