Abuakwa South MP embarks on tour to expose galamsey destruction of Birim River

The MP for Abuakwa South has launched a tour to highlight the severe consequences of illegal mining on the Birim River. According to recent inspections, the turbidity levels in the river have reached a staggering 50,000 NTU, rendering it heavily polluted and unsuitable for consumption. The local water treatment plant has been out of service since August 2025, exacerbating concerns over the region's water security.

Accompanied by the District Manager of the Ghana Water Company Limited in Kibi, the MP personally assessed the damage inflicted by galamsey activities. He lamented the once-reliable water source, describing it as a symbol of destruction that jeopardizes the wellbeing of communities reliant on it for clean water. In a Facebook post, he emphasized the urgent need to expose the "nation wreckers" responsible for the environmental devastation and called for accountability.

The legislator announced plans for a live media tour of all galamsey sites within the constituency. The primary objective of this tour is to bring the gravity of the situation to the public eye and demand immediate action. He urged for a coordinated effort to halt illegal mining, safeguard the Birim River, and restore the functionality of the water treatment plant.

The Kibi water treatment plant's shutdown since August 2025 has intensified the community's worries about water scarcity. The MP's tour is poised to generate additional pressure for decisive intervention against galamsey operations along the Birim River. The fate of the river, a lifeline for many, hangs in the balance as the MP endeavors to galvanize action against those threatening its existence.