Jomoro to revive coconut business instead of engaging in galamsey – Paramount Chief

Awulae Kwasi Amakyi III, the Paramount Chief of the Western Nzema Traditional Area, has announced that Jomoro will focus on reviving its coconut industry rather than engaging in illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey. The coconut industry has historically been the economic backbone of the region, aiding in the education of individuals who have since achieved notable positions both domestically and internationally.

This statement was made during the Jomoro Development Conference held at Half-Assini, serving as part of the celebrations marking the Chief's first anniversary of his enstoolment. The conference explored the region's history, the exploitation of natural resources for development, and the Petroleum Hub Development Project as a potential economic catalyst for the municipality.

The Chief, who is also the President of the Western Nzema Traditional Council, emphasized the need for coconut processing factories to enhance the value of coconut production. He reiterated that the coconut industry was once the primary source of employment and livelihood for the Nzema people. Mr. Stephen Blay, the conference convener, stated that the event aimed to gather Jomoro's indigenous community with the necessary skills, knowledge, and expertise to contribute to the area's development.

He highlighted the region's abundant natural and human resources, which should be utilized to expedite its progress. Mr. Blay also noted that the Petroleum Hub Development Project remained a key focus of Jomoro's development agenda and would become fully operational upon the government's payment of compensation to affected farmers and landowners.