In a detailed and emotive Official Facebook Post by Nana Kwadwo Jantuah on 24 April, 2026, the prominent commentator accused the CEO of being detached from the realities of the hinterlands, where illegal mining reportedly continues to devastate the environment despite government assurances.
The controversy stems from Dr. Mary Awusi’s recent public posture regarding the success of the government’s efforts to curb galamsey.
Nana Jantuah’s rebuttal suggests that officials sitting in the comfort of urban offices are often insulated from the visual and ecological evidence of ongoing mining activities.
He argued that assuming the menace has vanished under the current administration is a sign of being misinformed.
According to Jantuah, his frequent visits to the rural areas reveal a starkly different story—one where the rivers remain polluted and the activity has far from stopped, allegedly with the involvement of influential figures who have exacerbated the mess left by previous administrations.
Beyond the environmental debate, the critique pivoted toward the tone of political communication in the country.
Jantuah expressed that the perceived "arrogance" and "pettiness" in Dr. Awusi’s delivery are exactly why the Ghanaian citizenry often harbors resentment toward the political class.
He suggested that talking down to citizens as though they are uninformed is a strategic error that alienates the very people politicians are meant to serve.
This disconnect between official government rhetoric and the lived experience of those in mining communities remains a significant point of contention in the national dialogue.
A major highlight of the criticism involved Dr. Awusi’s recent interactions with the leadership of The Church of Pentecost.
Jantuah took strong exception to the CEO’s response to the Chairman of the Church, who had recently spoken out about the state of the nation's water bodies.
In his post, Jantuah labeled the CEO’s address as a "disgrace," reminding her that religious institutions like The Church of Pentecost hold immense social capital and that their leaders deserve respect.
He noted that even the President has admitted to the gravity of the galamsey situation, aligning with the Chairman’s observations that traditional practices like river baptisms have become unattractive due to the turbidity of the water.
The post further cautioned the CEO against overestimating her personal influence on the political landscape, reminding her that she was not on the ballot paper and that her party’s success relies on broad support, including that of large religious organizations.
Jantuah called for the political party to intervene and "educate" the CEO on diplomatic communication, asserting that an unqualified apology is necessary to mend the rift caused by her remarks.
He lamented that while some political supporters may try to justify such statements, it often proves that politicians are slow to learn from past mistakes.
Ultimately, this exchange underscores the heightened sensitivity surrounding the galamsey crisis and the role of public officials in addressing it.
As the 2026 political climate intensifies, the balance between defending government policy and acknowledging ground-level truths remains a delicate act.
Jantuah’s intervention serves as a reminder that the public expects transparency, humility, and a genuine commitment to environmental restoration, rather than dismissive rhetoric from high-ranking officials.