Majority Leader in Parliament, , has emphasized the need for a collective approach to addressing the persistent challenge of illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana.

Speaking in Parliament, Ayariga described galamsey as a national crisis that requires the involvement of all stakeholders to resolve.

He stressed that without a concerted effort, the problem would persist, causing further environmental degradation and social challenges. "It is a problem that confronts all of us, and it is a problem all of us must be involved in solving.

Unless we work together, we won't be able to resolve this problem," he stated.