Correspondence from the Eastern Region The Okyenhene, Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin, has once again underscored the urgent need to eradicate illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey, which continue to ravage the environment and threaten the livelihood of communities across Akyem Abuakwa.
Speaking at the Abuakwa State Council Meeting held at the Ofori Panin Fie at Kyebi on Friday, the revered traditional leader expressed strong support for the newly established Okyeman Environmental Protection Brigade.
He praised their efforts in combating illegal mining and restoring degraded lands, particularly within the Birim River catchment. "I commend the Environmental Protection Brigade for their dedication and bravery in confronting galamsey operators.
The Operation Restore Birim River initiative is a beacon of hope, and I am confident that with continued vigilance, it will succeed," Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin stated.
