The Ghana Co­alition Against Galamsey has called on the National House of Chiefs to clarify its position on illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, and actively join the fight against environmental degradation.

According to the Coalition, chiefs have crucial role in protect­ing natural resources in the various communities against illegal mining.

The group said, "We urge them to join forces of opposition to the menace that threatens the very lives of their subjects and those of posterity.

We believe that with the right actions, a positive change is not only possible but inevitable." The Coalition made the call in a statement issued in Accra on Mon­day, by its Convener, Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, on behalf of the group, comprising a network of organisa­tions from some blocs.