Quarry Operations in Dumansua, Not Galamsey – NADMO Clarifies
Authorities confirm that operations in Dumansua are legal quarrying activities, urging communities to verify information before spreading claims of illegal mining.
- NADMO and the Forestry Commission confirm that Dumansua operations are legal quarrying, not galamsey
- The quarry company holds proper permits from the Minerals Commission and has compensated the local community
- Authorities urge residents to fact-check information and cooperate with the company for sustainable development
The Offinso South National Disaster Management Organisation Directorate, led by Hon. Wiafe Mohammed, has clarified that recent claims of galamsey activities in Dumansua are unfounded.
According to Hon. Wiafe Mohammed, a site visit revealed that the area in question is actually a quarry site, with sand-winning trucks passing through.
He added that the quarry company holds all necessary permits from the Minerals Commission of Ghana and has compensated the community. Hon. Wiafe Mohammed emphasized that quarrying is a legitimate activity, distinct from illegal mining, with minimal environmental impact.
He urged the community to fact-check information before making allegations and appealed to the quarry company to fulfill its promise to construct a footbridge for residents.
The NADMO Director stressed the need for cooperation between the company and the community to ensure sustainable development.
The Forestry Commission of Offinso has also denied reports of ongoing illegal mining activities in Dumansua, stating that their monitoring efforts have not detected any such operations.
The commission acknowledged that images and videos circulating on social media prompted an investigation, but no evidence was found to support claims of illegal mining.
“We cannot guarantee an interview on this matter as it doesn’t fall within our enclave,” a Forestry Commission representative said.
The commission has directed inquiries to the Environmental Protection Agency and the Minerals Commission, which are responsible for regulating mining activities in the area.
The clarification comes amid concerns about the environmental impact of mining in the region. The Forestry Commission emphasized its commitment to protecting Ghana’s natural resources and urged the public to report any suspicious activities.
