Lands Minister to brief nation on galamsey fight under Government Accountability Series

Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, is expected to address the nation today, July 23, as part of the ongoing Government Accountability Series.

His briefing will focus on efforts to combat illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, and provide a broader update on the management of Ghana’s natural resources.

The announcement was made by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, via a Facebook post.

“Today, Emmanuel Kofi Armah Buah, Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, takes his turn to account for his stewardship of the sector and provide an update on the fight against galamsey,” Kwakye Ofosu wrote.

The Lands Minister’s address comes at a critical time, as illegal mining continues to threaten water bodies, farmlands, and forest reserves across the country.

The briefing is expected to highlight new policy directions, enforcement measures, and community engagement efforts aimed at reversing environmental degradation.

Also scheduled to speak in the series is Attorney-General Dr. Dominic Ayine, who will address the public on Monday, July 28, with updates on high-profile legal matters, including the Unibank case, the ORAL issue, and a case he refers to as the “Rumble in the Jungle.”

The Government Accountability Series is part of the administration’s drive to enhance transparency and foster public trust by providing periodic updates from key ministries.