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Be bold in the fight against ‘galamsey’ – Mining Engineer

Mr. Solomon Owusu, a Ghanaian US-based Mining Engineer, has called on Ghanaians to be audacious in the fight against illegal small scale mining in the country.

This, he said was the only way the country would subjugate the canker, to enjoy the benefits of its mineral resources.

Addressing journalists at a press conference in Accra, Mr Owusu emphasised on the need for small scale miners to embrace better mining practices in their modus operandi, adding that, the law should deal with anyone who would be found guilty in their operations.

Mr. Owusu, who is also the former Deputy Secretary of NPP California Chapter, said he was collaborating with the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation to ensure that lost lands and polluted water bodies could be regained.

“We are blessed with mineral resources like gold, diamond, bauxite and oil; hence, we should be able to develop this country with all these resources at our disposal” he said.

He reiterated the unflinching role of chiefs in the ongoing fight against “galamsey”, saying that, they were entrusted by the people to protect the land from destruction and should act as such.

“We need to rise up and fight against this menace by being able act as citizens and not spectators” the mining engineer said.

He also advised the youth to strive hard by putting the Government on its toes, to ensure that they were accountable to the people, adding that, the decisions it made today would determine their well-being in the future.

 

Source: ghananewsagency.org

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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