A fetish priest, Nana Kwaku Abranteɛ, has reportedly stormed an illegal mining site at Abofrem in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region, destroying some mining equipment in protest over the destruction of a community river.
The river, known as Asuo Pamoo, is said to be a major water source for residents, but has been heavily polluted and degraded due to galamsey activities.
According to reports, the priest confronted the illegal miners at the site, expressing anger over the deteriorating condition of the river, before allegedly damaging some of their equipment.
The incident has sparked discussions in the community, with residents raising concerns about the impact of illegal mining on their water body and the environment.
Residents say continuous galamsey activities are threatening the sustainability and usability of Asuo Pamoo, calling for urgent intervention.
The action by the fetish priest has also highlighted growing frustration among local communities affected by illegal mining across the Ashanti Region.
Authorities are yet to officially comment on the incident, the extent of damage caused, or whether any arrests have been made.
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