Odike also advocated for demobilizing mining equipment
Thu, 7 Nov 2024
Source: 3news
Kwasi Addai Odike, a partner of the Movement for Change, has criticized both the ruling NPP and opposition NDC for their failure to address illegal mining, or "Galamsey," which continues to harm Ghana's environment.
Speaking on Akoma 87.9FM, Odike called the situation an emergency and blamed both parties for neglecting the issue. He proposed a radical solution: a one-year nationwide ban on all small-scale mining activities.
Odike also advocated for demobilizing mining equipment, restoring degraded lands, and engaging communities and the military in reclamation efforts. He urged Ghanaians to support Alan Kyerematen in the December elections for change.
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Source: 3news
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