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Vincent Ekow Assafuah, the Deputy Minister-Designate for Local Government, Decentralisation, and Rural Development, has refuted allegations suggesting that the Akufo-Addo administration has been unsuccessful in its efforts to eradicate illegal mining, commonly known as \u2018Galamsey\u2019.<\/p>\n

In response to a question from Emmanuel Kofi Armah Buah, the MP for Ellembelle, during his vetting by the Parliament\u2019s Appointments Committee on Monday, March 11, 2024, Assafuah dismissed the notion that the government\u2019s actions against \u2018Galamsey\u2019 have been ineffective.<\/p>\n

He countered this claim, pointing out the practical steps taken by the government to deter individuals from damaging water bodies.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat cannot be an acceptable position. I do not agree with any assertions that there\u2019s a failure on the part of the government as far as \u2018Galamsey\u2019 is concerned. In 2017, the President [Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo] had to put his job on the line.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere have been some pragmatic steps taken by the government to deal with the menace. We all know about the review of the Minerals Act whereby there have been stiffer punishments for persons found culpable of engaging in \u2018Galamsey\u2019 under this government.\u201d<\/p>\n

While acknowledging the difficulties associated with the \u2018Galamsey\u2019 battle, he pledged to collaborate with his Minister to address the issue.<\/p>\n

\u201cI agree there might be some challenges, however, what I intend to do is study the issues that surround \u2018Galamsey\u2019 menace, and I will engage with my minister in solving it,\u201d<\/p>\n

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