Illegal mining activities in the Bosome-Freho constituency have become a major cause for concern, according to parliamentary candidate Nana Kwame Asafo Adjei Ayeh.
Ayeh highlighted the devastating impact of these activities on the safety of the youth in the area and the potential risks they pose to educational pursuits.
Describing the alarming proximity of illegal mining sites to educational institutions, Ayeh emphasized the dire situation faced by students who study amidst environmental degradation caused by “galamsey” activities. He stressed the urgent need for intervention to address the situation and protect the lives of young people in the community.
Ayeh expressed deep concern over the detrimental effects of illegal mining, including the pollution of water bodies and the anger of community deities. He lamented the lack of tangible benefits accruing to the community from these illicit activities, exacerbating the already dire situation in Bosome-Freho.
Pledging to prioritize addressing the pressing issues plaguing the constituency, Ayeh revealed plans to collaborate with relevant authorities and stakeholders to tackle illegal mining activities and mitigate their adverse effects on the community. He also emphasized his commitment to improving infrastructure in the area, particularly focusing on the construction of roads—an essential need identified by community members themselves.
With a proactive approach to finding solutions, Ayeh is working on an outreach project to engage chiefs, illegal miners, and other stakeholders in addressing the issues at hand.
He appealed for divine guidance and strength to fulfill the expectations of the Bosome-Freho community, expressing his unwavering commitment to serving diligently and effecting positive change in the area.
