Tano North chiefs petition Mahama over galamsey destruction in River Tano
Traditional authorities in the Tano North Municipality of the Ahafo Region have appealed to President John Mahama to urgently intervene to halt widespread illegal mining, locally known as galamsey, which they say has devastated forests in the area and polluted critical water resources, including the iconic River Tano.
Traditional authorities in Tano North, Ghana have urgently petitioned President John Mahama to halt illegal mining activities, or "galamsey," that have devastated the local forests and polluted the River Tano, a critical water resource. Adontehene Nana Kwapem Peni expressed deep concern over the river's discolored, unusable state, stating that state institutions tasked with combating illegal mining have failed to prevent the destruction.
Chief of Afrisipakrom, Nana Oboni Nkrawiri IV, recounted incidents where residents apprehended illegal miners, only for them to be released by the police, highlighting the community's frustration with lack of enforcement. Dr. Gideon Boako, the Member of Parliament for Tano North, praised the chiefs' leadership and pledged ongoing support, urging residents to target illegal miners and their financiers instead.
The deteriorating River Tano's condition has become a pressing concern for Tano North residents due to its importance to the local communities.
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