Ghana faces an existential threat from illegal mining, locally known as galamsey, with various public figures urging immediate and non-partisan action to safeguard the nation's environment and health. Awula Serwaa, Coordinator of Eco-Conscious Citizens, passionately warned against the politicization of this fight, stating that those who prioritize political gain over environmental protection will face divine judgment. Speaking on Joy Prime's Prime Insight, Serwaa highlighted the severe contamination of Ghana's water bodies, accusing politicians of inaction despite clear warnings. She implored young people not to allow politicians to compromise their future, emphasizing that the right to exist is being threatened by the widespread poisoning of water used for cooking, drinking, and agricultural production. Serwaa clarified that mining remains illegal even with a license if operations exceed permitted parameters, a point corroborated by Professor Frimpong Boateng's report.

Awula Serwaa recalled past calls from opposition figures for tough measures, including declarations of a state of emergency, questioning why current administrations have not acted decisively despite having prior information. She advocated for a temporary pause on all small-scale mining to facilitate enforcement and compliance, noting the alarming rise in kidney disease cases—a fourfold increase, according to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH)—and the fact that Ghana Water Company only removes turbidity, not colorless toxins like cyanide, mercury, and arsenic. She stressed the importance of a national, non-partisan approach, stating, “Let’s put Ghana first. Ghana, God has a nation ahead. Let’s, for once, forget about party politics and put Ghana first.”

Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, former Government Spokesperson on Governance, echoed these concerns, warning that Ghana risks losing its people to environmental destruction if galamsey is not addressed urgently. He advised the government to show stronger commitment, highlighting that unchecked illegal mining exacerbates climate change by depleting the ozone layer and poses a direct threat to national security. Dr. Boakye-Danquah criticized the government's slow response, suggesting a