Independent presidential candidate George Twum-Barimah-Adu has called on law enforcement and the judiciary to act promptly for the immediate release of demonstrators arrested during the #StopGalamseyNow protest.
While he condemned the acts of destruction associated with the protests, Twum-Barimah-Adu emphasized the importance of understanding the demonstrators' motivations-an urgent concern for the degradation of Ghana's water bodies due to illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. "The fight against galamsey is not merely a regional issue; it is a national crisis that affects our environment, public health, the sustainability of our natural resources, and food security," Twum-Barimah-Adu stated.
He noted that the demonstrators were exercising their democratic rights, voicing concerns that resonate deeply with all Ghanaians.
Twum-Barimah-Adu urged collective action to combat the harmful effects of illegal mining, underscoring the need for collaboration between citizens, law enforcement, and government. "Protecting our water bodies is a shared responsibility, and we must unite in addressing this urgent crisis while respecting the rights of those advocating for positive change," he asserted.