Tano North chiefs petition Mahama over galamsey destruction in River Tano

Traditional authorities in the Tano North Municipality of the Ahafo Region have appealed to President John Mahama to urgently intervene to halt widespread illegal mining, locally known as galamsey, which they say has devastated forests in the area and polluted critical water resources, including the iconic River Tano.

He described how residents in the area, supported by traditional authorities, had taken steps to apprehend illegal miners allegedly operating along the Tano River, only for the suspects to be released by the police.

Speaking during a courtesy call by the Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, on Tuesday, the Adontehene of the Tanoso Traditional Council, Nana Kwapem Peni, expressed profound concern over the deteriorating condition of the river and called for immediate executive action.