'I will deal with him if he repeats it' - Free Zones CEO warns Pentecost Chair over galamsey

Ghana Free Zones Authority CEO Dr. Mary Awusi clashes with Apostle Eric Nyamekye over galamsey comments, sparking backlash on social media.

The CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr Mary Awusi, has issued a strong caution to the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, over his recent comments on illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

Her warning follows concerns raised by Apostle Nyamekye over the continued destruction of Ghana’s water bodies due to illegal mining activities.

Delivering the State of the Church Address at the 48th General Conference on April 22, 2026, he said the pollution of rivers and streams is directly disrupting key church practices, including water baptism in affected mining communities.

However, in response, Dr Awusi speaking an interview on Accra FM, strongly reprimanded him, stating:

"Was he not in Ghana when the water bodies were muddy under former President Akufo-Addo? Why is he commenting now that President Mahama is working to reduce the turbidity level? If he couldn’t speak then, he should keep quiet. If he wants to be a politician, we will deal with him on that level".

The statement has since sparked backlash, with a section of social media users urging President Mahama to call Dr Mary Awusi to order.