Hello everyone, I’m Osofo Kyerie Abosom, and today I want to address a critical issue that has been affecting our nation from the NDC era to the NPP era. This issue revolves around the unjust practice of politicians acquiring gold mining licenses and state properties simply because of their influence and power.
In our country, the gold mining industry and state-owned properties are vital assets that should benefit the entire nation. However, these assets have often been misappropriated by politicians using their influence to obtain licenses and properties for personal gain. This is not only unfair but also detrimental to the development and sustainability of our economy and public resources.
My Stance on Politicians, Gold Mining Licenses, and State Properties
I firmly believe that political power should not be a ticket to wealth accumulation through the exploitation of our natural resources and public assets. Therefore, I pledge that in my era, any politician who has acquired a gold mining license or state property through their political influence will have it revoked.
This stance is not just about taking back licenses and properties but about ensuring that our resources are used for the benefit of the entire nation, not just a privileged few. The era of politicians obtaining mining licenses and state properties because of their positions must come to an end.
The Problem with Political Influence in Mining and State Property Acquisition
When politicians have the power to grant themselves licenses to mine gold or acquire state properties, it creates a system rife with corruption and inequality. Here are some of the major issues:
- Resource Mismanagement: Politicians with licenses and properties are often more focused on personal gain than on sustainable and responsible management.
- Economic Inequality: Allowing a select few to benefit from our natural resources and state properties exacerbates economic inequality and leaves ordinary citizens with fewer opportunities.
- Environmental and Public Resource Degradation: Politicians may not adhere to environmental regulations or proper management practices, leading to significant environmental damage and long-term harm to our ecosystems and public assets.
A Call for Transparency and Fairness
My commitment is to ensure that gold mining licenses and state properties are granted and managed based on merit, transparency, and the capacity to use them responsibly. The wealth and benefits generated from our natural resources and public assets should benefit the entire population, creating jobs, improving infrastructure, and funding essential services.
Moving Forward
We need to establish a system where licenses and properties are awarded and managed through a transparent process that evaluates the capability and integrity of the applicants. This will not only reduce corruption but also ensure that our mining sector and public assets are managed sustainably.
In conclusion, I, Osofo Kyerie Abosom, stand for a future where political influence no longer dictates who gets to mine our gold or acquire our state properties. It’s time for fairness, transparency, and the responsible management of our precious resources. Together, we can build a nation where everyone has a fair chance to succeed.
Thank you for watching and supporting this important cause. Let’s work together to make this vision a reality.