W/R: Lower Axim chief fights galamsey, leads arrests of 1 Chinese, 2 Ghanaians at Ewuku site

Three individuals have been caught mining illegally at the Ewuku galamsey site in the Nzema-East Municipality.
This operation follows a fact-finding mission initiated by the Chief in light of troubling reports from the traditional council’s disciplinary committee regarding rampant illegal mining activities.
The three, including two Ghanaians and a Chinese national were arrested by the Paramount Chief of the Lower Axim Traditional Area, Awulae Attibrukusu III, alongside members of the traditional council.
The illegal miners were caught in the act, operating excavators and mining equipment on extensive degraded land.
They have since been handed over to the Nzema-East Divisional Police Command for further legal action.
However, upon approaching the Kegyina galamsey site, the miners managed to flee, leaving their excavators, working gear, and uniforms behind.
Awulae Attibrukusu III raised concerns over the significant environmental degradation caused by galamsey, emphasising its harmful effects on land, water bodies, and agricultural resources, which threaten the livelihoods of local communities.
Hereiterated his firm opposition to illegal mining and has consistently urged fellow chiefs during traditional council meetings to abstain from supporting such activities.
The Paramount Chief cautioned that chiefs permitting galamsey operations on their land will face severe repercussions, including the possibility of dethronement or suspension
As a former President of the National House of Chiefs, the Paramount chief reaffirmed his commitment to eradicating illegal mining within the region and has urged fellow chiefs and queen mothers to distance themselves from these practices.
Awulae Attibrukusu III also called on government officials and political leaders to enhance their efforts in combating illegal mining nationwide.
He stressed that ignoring the galamsey crisis not only endangers the environment but also poses a significant risk to the overall well-being of the nation.
Source: classfmonline.com
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