President of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), Dr. Frank Serebour, has urged Ghanaians to use their votes as a weapon to compel political leaders to take decisive action against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.
According to him, the GMA has intensified its involvement in the fight against galamsey to protect public health and curb preventable diseases.
Dr. Serebour noted that despite years of interventions, illegal mining continues to threaten communities, making political accountability critical.
“When the GMA asked political parties to declare their positions and sign a pact, we wanted clarity on where they stand. Some called for strike action, but strikes aren’t sustainable. The only consequence politicians fear is electoral loss. My message is, if you don’t fight it, we’ll boot you out,” he said in an interview with Citi News.
He added that while the association will continue to issue ultimatums and push for reforms, sustained political pressure remains the most effective path to lasting change.
“We should continue to apply pressure. We will continue to talk and to advocate,” he stressed.
Source: Adomonline
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