Chiefs and People of Kwanyako demonstrate against mining activities

Chiefs and residents of Agona Kwanyako in the Agona East District of the Central region have taken to the streets in protest against President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the Minerals Commission.

Speaking to the Benkumhene Nana Asabere Kotoku III on Plan B FM’s late afternoon show ‘EBAANOSEN’, the Benkumhene said the demonstration is in response to the government’s alleged plans to commence mining activities near Agona Kwanyako water works.

The community members, led by local chiefs expressed their vehement opposition to the proposed mining project, citing potential environmental degradation and the threat posed to their primary source of water as reasons.

Agona Kwanyarko relies heavily on the waterworks for clean and safe drinking water, and any disruption to its functioning could have dire consequences for the residents.

“During the protest, demonstrators waved placards and chanted slogans condemning the government’s decision to allow mining operations in the vicinity of the waterworks.”

The Chiefs stressed the need to preserve their natural resources and called for immediate intervention to halt any mining activities that could jeopardize their access to clean water.