Bosomtwe DCE moves to declare district security zone over illegal mining destruction

The Bosomtwe District Assembly in the Ashanti Region is moving to declare the entire district a security zone in a bid to clamp down on illegal mining activities and protect environmentally sensitive areas, including Lake Bosomtwe.

According to him, the Assembly will formally communicate with relevant state institutions to ensure the enclave is protected from further mining activities, whether legal or illegal.

He said the Assembly will seek support from National Security and other state agencies to strengthen enforcement and surveillance in the area.