Rapper and alternative music artiste, Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu, also known as 'Wanlov the Kubolor', dropped a freestyle appealing to President John Dramani Mahama to tackle illegal mining (galamsey). He started by highlighting the severe water shortages in parts of Accra, specifically the Teshie environs and how some rivers have been affected by galamsey activities. Wanlov further cited some effects of galamsey, including health problems associated with consuming contaminated water and the rejection of agricultural products by international buyers. Citing the concerns of the youth, Wanlov noted that simply burning excavators and other mining equipment would only leave the youth idle and push them into crime. The freestyle was met with positive reactions from the online community, who praised Wanlov for the raw urgency and the social commentary.

Source: GhanaWeb February 08, 2026 09:51 UTC