On September 23, 2024, two protesters from the Democracy Hub were arrested during ongoing demonstrations against illegal mining near the 37 Lorry Station.
They were part of a larger protest that has seen 44 arrests over three days, initially sparked by rising living costs but shifting focus to the environmental damage caused by illegal mining, or "galamsey."
Despite the arrests, protesters remain resolute, vowing to continue their fight for government action to protect natural resources.
The protests have garnered public attention, highlighting the urgent need for environmental protection
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