Dr. Nana Ayew Afriyie, Member of Parliament for Effiduase/Asokore
The Effiduase-Asokore MP, Dr Ayew Afriye, has stated that the remarks he made regarding the government's stance on small-scale mining were misrepresented following a public uproar.
His comments, made during a campaign event on September 27, suggested that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government would not ban small-scale mining, which led to widespread criticism.
The controversy stemmed from a video clip that went viral, sparking condemnation from advocacy groups that have long called for stronger government action against illegal small-scale mining, also known as "galamsey."
These groups voiced concerns over the environmental damage caused by galamsey, urging the government to enforce stricter regulations.
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