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<\/div>\nAsantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, to implement effective measures to ensure a peaceful conduct of the December general elections.<\/p>\n
The Asantehene said there is the need for proactive measures to prevent any chaos before, during and after the elections. <\/p>\n
Otumfuo made the comment when IGP paid a courtesy call on him at the Manhyia Palace.<\/p>\n
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He urged the Police chief to prioritize safeguarding the national peace during the elections.<\/p>\n
\u201cI will urge you that this year is an election year. This is not the first time we are voting; we\u2019ve always been voting. I urge you all to put in measures to ensure peace in the upcoming election. You must protect the country; it is your duty; hence, put in measures for the country to live up to that\u201d Otumfuo stressed.<\/p>\n
Also, the Asantehene also expressed concerns about illegal mining, stressing the environmental and social impact of the activity. <\/p>\n
He called on the police to implement stringent measures to combat illegal mining, which has led to the degradation of water bodies and forest reserves.<\/p>\n
\u201cRecently, there have been illegal mining cases which have become a challenge. I\u2019ll plead with you all to help put a stop to that. It is affecting our lands and water bodies,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n
In response, Dr. Dampare assured the Asantehene of the police commitment to maintaining peace in the country. <\/p>\n
He outlined measures that have been implemented to ensure the safety of Ghanaians and expressed gratitude to the Asantehene for his significant support to nation-building.<\/p>\n
Asantehene applauds IGP Dampare<\/p>\n
Dangote Petroleum Refinery starts production<\/p>\n
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