The former Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, , has paid tribute to Ghana's late former President, John Evans Atta Mills, stating that he would have been appalled by the extent of damage caused by illegal mining activities across the country.
Speaking at a memorial lecture on July 22, 2025, stated that the late former President, John Evans Atta Mills, would have been infuriated by the lack of patriotism among some Ghanaians, particularly, citizens who are collaborating with others to cause destruction-not only to the country's natural resources, but also to the future of its people.
This destruction, she emphasised, stems from the use of toxic chemicals by illegal miners, which continue to pollute water bodies across the country, posing long-term risks to both the environment and public health. "I have wondered many times, would Prof be happy with us, with me, with the current state of Ghana?
I think Prof would be outraged at how we are permitting Galamsey to damage our environments, our bodies, and our future," she said.
