Aboso Chief Warns Galamsey’s Destructive Grip On Youth, Environment, And Future Leadership
The Chief of Aboso in the Prestea Huni Valley Municipality of Ghana’s Western Region has expressed deep concern over rising deviant behaviors in the community, attributing them to illegal mining, locally known as Galamsey.
Chief Nana Kwesi Appiah II said the practice is exacting a heavy toll on the nation—destroying the environment, corrupting the youth, and even claiming the lives of some national heroes.
He singled out a notorious site called “Gangway” in Aboso, describing it as a hotspot for drug abuse and other illicit activities that lure young people and harm surrounding communities.
He further lamented that some foreigners have taken over certain areas, introducing harmful lifestyles that pose a serious threat to the younger generation.
The chiefs, he stressed, are alarmed and are pleading with government to enforce a total ban on Galamsey and put in place effective control measures.
Nana Kwesi Appiah II warned that failure to act decisively will cause irreparable damage to the nation.
He noted that Galamsey brings no meaningful benefits but instead fuels prostitution, drug abuse, environmental degradation, and widespread hardship—while costing the lives of many who have fought against it.
The Obaahemaa (Queen Mother) of Aboso and other traditional leaders also voiced fears about the future of their children.
They cautioned that if the situation remains unchecked, the next generation will be ill-prepared to take over leadership roles.
They appealed urgently to government to act now before it becomes too late to save Ghana from the devastating consequences of Galamsey.
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Story by Nana Fynn@W/R.
