A coalition of grassroots organisations aligned with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has mounted a spirited defence of Mr. Martin Kwaku Ayisi, CEO of the Minerals Commission, in the face of what they describe as attempts to undermine his leadership and contributions to both the party and national development.
At a press conference held in Accra, the group — comprising outfits such as Election Has Consequences Movement, Ghetto for John Mahama, and National Soldiers for John Mahama — voiced concern over perceived internal resistance to Mr. Ayisi’s tenure. Reading a joint statement on behalf of the coalition, Mr. Joshua Sika Nartey, president of National Soldiers for John Mahama, issued a clear warning: “Desist from any attempts to sabotage Lawyer Ayisi, or prepare to face our collective resistance.”
The statement positioned Mr. Ayisi as not only a key figure in the NDC’s current administrative structure but also as a symbol of efficient public service and party loyalty. “He is one of the few appointees who remain deeply connected to the grassroots, accessible to party members, and instrumental in translating the NDC’s values into visible progress,” the coalition declared.
Under his leadership, the Minerals Commission has reportedly undergone a transformation, with major infrastructure upgrades and decentralisation efforts across the country. Among the cited achievements are the near-completion of a regional office in Kumasi (set for June 2025) and the construction of new facilities in areas such as Akim Oda, Tamale, and Bibiani. The statement also noted renovations to staff residences in key mining towns and the upskilling of 50 local mine inspectors at renowned global institutions.
These developments, the coalition argues, go beyond mere administrative duties — they are part of what Mr. Ayisi has dubbed the “Reset Agenda,” an ambitious drive to modernise Ghana’s mineral sector and make it more responsive to the needs of both industry and the communities it affects.
Beyond institutional reform, the coalition highlighted Mr. Ayisi’s personal efforts in party-building and welfare, especially his support to NDC members in need and promises of future job opportunities. This, they claim, exemplifies the 2024 NDC campaign mantra: “Ghana needs experience, not experimentation.”
Calling on former President John Mahama and the Lands and Natural Resources Ministry to officially acknowledge Mr. Ayisi’s work, the coalition maintained that his continued stewardship at the Minerals Commission would be a strategic asset for the party as it prepares for the 2024 general elections.
In a political climate often marked by internal jostling, this public show of solidarity may signal deepening tensions within party structures — and a growing push from the base to reward loyalty and performance with continuity.
