In reaction to the growing threat of illegal mining, the Fetish Priests Association of Ghana, under the direction of its president, Kwaku Bonsam, has declared preparations to launch a national protest.
The association has voiced serious concerns about the startling rate at which galamsey activities are destroying the nation’s natural resources, especially its forests and rivers.
Kwaku Bonsam underlined on Kasapa FM that the significant environmental damage caused by these illegal miners has exceeded bearable levels.
According to him, the association, comprising over 2000 members from across the country, is ready to take decisive action to protect Ghana’s natural heritage.
He noted that the damage caused by galamsey has led to the pollution of water sources, destruction of fertile lands, and a looming environmental crisis that threatens future generations.
Kwaku Bonsam revealed that beyond the peaceful demonstration, the association is preparing for a more spiritual approach to deal with those involved in galamsey.
He warned that the gods of the land would not sit idle while the nation’s resources are being desecrated.
In his words, the protest will be followed by a wave of “unexplained curses and deaths” within two weeks of the demonstration.
In order to protect the environment for coming generations, he urged Ghanaians and traditional leaders to participate in the demonstration.
Kwaku Bonsam also encouraged the government to take quick and tangible steps to prevent the galamsey operations that have resulted to terrible effects, including the poisoning of important rivers like the Pra, Ankobra, and Birim, which serve as critical water sources for many communities.
He claims that because the fetish priests are considered to be the land’s caretakers, it is their duty to keep it safe from harm.
This announcement aligns with a national conversation over galamsey, wherein a number of stakeholders are demanding more stringent measures to put an end to the practice.
Galamsey activities persist despite several government attempts to put a stop to them, including military operations and judicial actions. This is especially true in rural areas where law enforcement is frequently weak.
Source: Adomonline