A viral video circulating on X shows more than ten men actively digging trenches in front of homes in the community.
The footage is accompanied by a caption that reads,”Galamsey operators actively mining in homes at Bibiani Old Town, in the Western North Region. When is Mahama banning galamsey?”
This development points out the persistent threat of illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, which continues unabated despite ongoing efforts by the John Dramani Mahama-led government.
Galamsey remains a major environmental concern, polluting water bodies, destroying farmlands, the environment and threatening socio-economic developments despite efforts by successive governments to combat the menace.
Addressing the situation during the recent May Day celebrations, President Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to end galamsey.
“The fight against galamsey is a complex one and when I was vying for presidency, I promised that when I come into office, I will win that fight in four months, yet we will not give up.
“Our gallant men in the Armed Forces and security services are up to the fight, and we will continue to score successes against the selfish companies and individuals who are destroying our environment and water bodies. As far as the fight against galamsey is concerned, I say Aluta Continua,” he added.
Watch the video of the illegal miners digging up communities for gold below:
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
