Social issues

Galamsey Crisis: Ghana’s Forest Reserves Falling to Heavily Armed Miners-Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah

  Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, has issued a stark warning to Parliament regarding the escalating crisis posed by illegal small-scale mining, commonly known as “galamsey,” in Ghana. The Minister painted a grim picture of the devastation wreaked upon the nation’s forest reserves and water …

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Asankrangwa Market Grapples with Poor Drainage and Exploitative Washroom Fee

  Asankrangwa, a municipal capital of the Amenfi West Municipality in the Western Region of Ghana is currently facing a severe sanitation crisis that is significantly impacting the daily lives and businesses of its vendors. Market women, the backbone of the market’s economic activity, have voiced their strong discontent over …

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Ambazonian Rebels Apprehended in Taraba: Cocoa Trade Fuels Arms Proliferation

  The Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade, Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, has successfully apprehended four suspected members of the Ambazonian rebel group operating in the neighboring Cameroon Republic. The arrests, made at a hotel in Takum town, Taraba State, followed a meticulously planned operation based on credible intelligence, according …

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Trafficking Ring Dismantled in Anambra: 13 Children Rescued, Suspect Arrested

  The Anambra State Government, in conjunction with the Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra Brigade, has successfully rescued 13 children from suspected child traffickers in a decisive raid in Otolo Nnewi, Nnewi North Local Government Area. The operation, a result of proactive efforts, led to the apprehension of a middle-aged …

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Drones Deployed in Bawku to Combat Ongoing Violence

  The ongoing conflict in Bawku, Ghana, has reached a critical juncture, prompting the deployment of drones by security agencies in a determined effort to apprehend perpetrators and curb the escalating violence. This innovative approach utilizes technology to enhance surveillance and improve response times in a region plagued by frequent …

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Hon. Ablakwa Continues Post-Election Tradition of Community Support

Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for the North Tongu Constituency, has reaffirmed his commitment to serving his constituents by continuing his post-election tradition of community outreach. Following his recent resounding victory in the December 7th, 2024 general elections, where he secured a remarkable 93.12% of the vote, he …

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Four Arrested for Racist Hate Campaign Against Vinícius Júnior

  Spanish authorities have taken decisive action against a hate campaign targeting Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior, arresting four individuals responsible for inciting racist abuse against the Brazilian forward.   The arrests were confirmed by Spain’s national police to ESPN, who revealed that the suspects were apprehended for their role …

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Ashanti Region: Man Jailed for Water Meter Theft

    The Mampong Magistrate Court in the Ashanti Region has sentenced Sumaila Abdul Rahman, a 23-year-old resident of Asante Mampong, to 12 months in prison for his involvement in water meter theft. The arrest and conviction highlight the Ghana Water Company Limited’s ongoing efforts to combat water theft and …

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Galamsey is a War on Ghanaians”: Retired Banker Sounds Alarm

  Frank B. Adu Jr., a retired banker and member of the Ghana Anti-Galamsey Coalition, has issued a stark warning, describing illegal mining, known as galamsey, as a direct attack on the Ghanaian people. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile program, he expressed deep concern over the devastating impact of galamsey on …

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Restoring Ghana’s Polluted Water is a Decade-long task-Toxicologist

  Dr. Bright Boafo Boamah, a medical doctor and toxicologist, has sounded the alarm about the devastating impact of illegal mining, known as “galamsey,” on Ghana’s water bodies. He has warned that it could take a staggering 10 to 15 years to restore these vital resources, highlighting the immense challenge …

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