Tensions are escalating in Kyebi following the Okyenhene, Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin's, decision to introduce an armed land guard group alongside a task force to protect the Birim River.
The move, which contravenes Ghana's Vigilantism and Related Offences Act, 2019 (Act 999), has sparked fear and outrage among miners and residents in the area.
At the center of the controversy is Abass Sakini, a known land guard commander who was personally introduced to sub-chiefs by the Okyenhene.
Reports suggest that the armed group has been tasked with asserting control over mining operations in the Eastern Region.
