Expressing concern over the detrimental impact of these actions driven by greed, Captain Smart’s exposé during his popular morning show has intensified discussions about the government’s stance on combating illegal mining.

Captain Smart also emphasized that these officials allegedly use their positions of power to shield illegal miners from law enforcement and regulatory scrutiny, perpetuating the illicit activities unchecked.

He also challenged the NPP appointees to take legal action against him if they believe they are not involved in the alleged activities.

“NPP ministers are engaging in galamsey, I have said it and I am repeating it again. Western Regional Minister, Mireku Duker, Nzema East MCE has a shop that sells the spare parts of Chanfang. I have dared them for the past 4 months and I want them to go to court and they will see something. Because people are desperate they don’t care about Ghana anymore. His excellency was right, those indulging in galamsey in the forest do not know where the funds are coming from. The main ones are here in Accra,”he added.