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PNC Chairman urges President Mahama to involve Minority Parties in Galamsey fight
The Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Samson Asaki Awingobit, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to involve minority political parties in the national fight against illegal mining, also known as galamsey.
According to him, the fight against galamsey should not be limited to the government and civil society organizations (CSOs) alone, but should include all political parties to ensure a united and effective national approach.
Speaking to journalists, Mr. Awingobit commended the government for the recent improvements in the economy, saying indicators such as inflation, interest rates, and the exchange rate have shown signs of stability.
He praised the establishment of the nine-member committee to tackle illegal mining, expressing confidence that it will deliver positive results.
However, he urged President Mahama to extend invitations to minority political parties to participate in discussions and initiatives aimed at ending galamsey.
“This galamsey fight should not be only for the government and CSOs; it should be for all Ghanaians,” he said. “Invite us — you might not like our opinions, but I believe you will get strong support from many minority political parties if they are involved.”
Mr. Awingobit stressed that including political parties in the conversation will make the fight a collective national effort rather than a partisan one.
“The President should share his policies and plans with us and also consider our suggestions. When we all come together, it will be Ghana’s success — not just that of the NDC or the government of the day,” he said.
He further noted that a successful fight against illegal mining will help restore the nation’s forests and water bodies and reduce the pollution caused by harmful chemicals like mercury.
Mr. Awingobit concluded by urging all political leaders and citizens to unite behind the government’s efforts to protect the environment and secure Ghana’s future.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) says it has successfully conducted constituency executive elections in 245 out of its 276 constituencies across the country.
The party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, said the exercise recorded an 88.7 per cent success rate and was conducted peacefully in the constituencies where voting took place.
In an update posted on his Facebook page, he said elections in 23 constituencies were put on hold because of various disputes.
He added that four constituencies Ningo Prampram, Atwima Mponua, Obuasi West and Trobu could not hold their elections due to last minute challenges.
According to him, the party’s National Steering Committee will also review election activities in Afigya Sekyere East, Adansi Asokwa, Bantama and Asante Akyem Central.
Mr Frimpong said the National Secretariat is committed to resolving all outstanding issues to ensure the successful completion of the constituency executive elections.
He expressed appreciation to members of the party for their support and discipline throughout the exercise.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to all Patriots for their commitment, discipline, and support, which contributed to the successful conduct of these elections,” he stated.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Northern Regional Police Command has arrested two Nigerian nationals in connection with the murder of a 36-year-old Nigerian man at Sanzirigu in Tamale.
The suspects, identified as Daniel Victor Eze and David Oko Ewa, were arrested on Saturday, July 11, shortly after the body of Nkemujika Uzorchuku Eze was found in his bedroom.
According to the Police, preliminary investigations showed that the deceased lived in a three-bedroom apartment with his wife, Peace Uzorchuku, the two suspects and another Nigerian national, Godwin Nwafor.
The Police said officers began investigations after receiving a report that the deceased had been found lying in a pool of blood in his room.
A team that visited the scene found that he had suffered a deep cut to the forehead and had a towel stuffed into his mouth. The room had also been ransacked.
The Police said a wooden pestle believed to have been used in the attack, together with other items, was recovered from the scene for forensic examination.
The body was taken to the Tamale Teaching Hospital, where a medical officer confirmed him dead before it was deposited at the hospital mortuary for preservation and an autopsy.
According to the Police, intelligence-led operations led to the arrest of the two suspects at Tatale on the same day while they were allegedly attempting to escape into the Republic of Togo.
They were later handed over to the Tamale District Criminal Investigations Department to assist with investigations.
The Police said the suspects allegedly admitted during interrogation that they had conspired to kill the deceased because he had been withholding money they claimed was obtained through internet fraud.
A search conducted after their arrest led to the recovery of several items suspected to have been stolen from the deceased’s room, including mobile phones, laptop computers, a tablet, jewellery, clothing, wristwatches, personal documents and other valuables. The Police said the items have been kept as exhibits to support the investigations.
The suspects remain in Police custody and are expected to appear before court on Monday, July 13, to facilitate the ongoing investigations.
The Northern Regional Police Command said it remains committed to bringing everyone involved in the crime to justice and urged the public to provide credible information to help fight crime.
By: Jacob Aggrey
