In lower primary, I got the chance to learn a poem titled "Look to Yourself" which presents a compelling argument for self-reliance and the rich potential of Ghana.
However, there is a striking contradiction between the poet's call for introspection and the reality of the country's current state, particularly in the context of galamsey.
The poet paints a picture of a land overflowing with abundance, a place where "honey and milk flow." urging Ghanaians to look within themselves and their resources, rather than seeking external validation or assistance.
Yet, the very land the poet describes is being ravaged by the destructive practices of galamsey, a problem that has reached alarming proportions.