A Catholic priest, Fr. Louis Cecilia Adu Poku, has issued a strong warning to President John Dramani Mahama, urging him to take decisive action to address the challenges facing Ghana, particularly the growing concerns over illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.
Speaking during a church service on Sunday, the priest reportedly said Ghana may have a Christian majority, but the country should not be run based on the belief that unseen forces alone will solve its problems.
“Ghana may have a Christian majority, but it is not a Christian country. Any attempt to run this country with unseen hands will fail,” he was quoted as saying.
Fr. Adu Poku criticised the government’s handling of the galamsey crisis, reminding President Mahama of his promise to fight the menace within his early days in office.
He argued that the situation has continued to worsen, despite efforts to address it. Illegal mining has remained a major national concern due to its impact on water bodies, farmlands and the environment.
The priest also expressed concern about the state of the country, mentioning challenges such as poor roads, unsafe drinking water and other social problems affecting citizens.
He, however, acknowledged the role of religious bodies in praying for the nation, stressing that prayers must go hand-in-hand with strong policies and effective leadership.
Fr. Adu Poku urged President Mahama to use his remaining years in office to create a positive legacy, warning that failure to act could affect how history remembers his administration.
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