We have not honoured them – Ken Ashigbey questions galamsey fight a year after helicopter tragedy
Convener of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining, Dr Ken Ashigbey, says Ghana has failed to honour the memory of the eight people who died in last year’s helicopter crash while travelling to support efforts against illegal mining.
Dr Ken Ashigbey, leader of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining, has criticized Ghana's efforts to combat illegal mining a year after a helicopter crash that claimed eight lives. The tragedy occurred while the aircraft was en route to support anti-galamsey activities. Ashigbey's comments came during an appearance on Joy News’ PM Express, where he highlighted the continued existence of illegal mining operations despite the deaths of those who fought against it.
He questioned the commitment of the country to the anti-galamsey fight, pointing out the presence of police stations overlooking rivers where illegal mining continues unabated, as well as ongoing activities along the Bonsu-Enyinem-Osino stretch. Ashigbey also expressed frustration over the lack of transparency regarding water quality, accusing authorities of failing to regularly publish water quality results.
The pollution of water bodies, he argued, has already impacted water treatment operations, with a plant in Kyebi currently shut down due to unsuitable water conditions. Ashigbey called for stronger action from all stakeholders involved in decision-making on illegal mining, emphasizing that the country has not adequately honored the memory of those who died in the pursuit of protecting the nation's water resources.
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