Aidoo Warns NDC of Political Risk if Galamsey Persists
Dr. Tony Aidoo, former Presidential Aide and Policy Evaluation Head under the late President Mills, has called on President John Mahama to act decisively on illegal mining. Speaking during a Joy News interview on July 17, he insisted that ending galamsey within six months is essential to maintain voter confidence in the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
He warned that failing to fulfill campaign promises—especially those regarding environmental protection—could erode public trust ahead of the 2028 elections. “Ghanaians are expecting the NDC to uphold its pledge,” he said. “The destruction of lands, rivers, and livelihoods has not stopped. People are watching, and their patience is wearing thin.”
Mahama Must Avoid Past Mistakes
Dr. Aidoo didn’t hold back in comparing Mahama’s current efforts with those of former President Akufo-Addo, accusing the latter of showing little concern for stopping illegal mining. He cautioned Mahama not to repeat the same oversight, stressing that Ghanaian voters will hold the NDC accountable if progress is not made swiftly.
“Akufo-Addo didn’t care. But that doesn’t mean Ghanaians don’t care either,” he said. “If this government fails to act, the same voters will punish the NDC at the polls in 2028.”
Six Months Is Enough—Aidoo Insists
While acknowledging efforts like the Blue Water Guards and the Gold Board Taskforce, Aidoo emphasized that real change requires visible and rapid results. He expressed confidence that six months is enough to make meaningful headway.
He concluded, “There’s enough time. The tools are available. If the NDC doesn’t deliver, it will be a betrayal of the people’s mandate.”
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