Former President has subscribed to the notion that the lawless protestors against the illegal mining practice must face the full rigours of the law.

He said lawlessness must not be condoned in the country and indicated that those who fluted the law must not go scot-free.

was speaking on the Angel Morning Show on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, on growing concern over the menace of illegal mining in the country.

Speaking with Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, he stated that the protestors must be dealt with accordingly to serve as a deterrent to others. "In child upbringing, you will love them though but when they misbehave, they must face some sort of punishment for them to know they are going wayward. ……how can you go and distract the work of the police while on duty?