The group, consisting of more than 12 people, was transported in a bus under a heavy security presence.
The protestors have been charged with five counts, including: Conspiracy Unlawful assembly Causing unlawful damage Offensive conduct conducive to the breach of peace Assault on a public officer The protesters were detained during a rally in the capital, where they voiced their dissatisfaction with the galamsey crisis-illegal mining that has become a significant concern.
The arrests took place during the three-day protest at the 37 Roundabout, where demonstrators raised issues such as economic mismanagement and the illegal mining activities known as galamsey.
Anti-Galamsey Protests Pulse Ghana On Sunday, September 22, 2024, another major confrontation occurred between the Democracy Hub protesters and the Ghana Police Service during the second day of the demonstration.