Nana Dwamena Akenten II, the Paramount Chief of Offinso, has made a bold statement: No galamsey will be entertained in Offinso.
In less than a year on the stool, I, Nana Dwamena Akenten II, have rejected over 25 galamsey applications, echoing the stance of my predecessor, the late Nana Wiafe Akenten.
Offinso is a province stretching from the Northern Bank of the Offin River to Akomadan, sharing boundaries with Bono East and Ahafo Regions.
The Offin River’s significance cannot be overstated, as it feeds the Barekese Dam, supplying water to much of Kumasi city. Galamsey operations in Offinso will pose a substantial threat to Kumasi’s water supply.
Nana Dwamena Akenten II’s unwavering commitment to protecting Offinso’s natural resources has earned him praise.
Nananom and the entire citizens of Offinsoman say thank you, Nana Offinsohene. Indeed, you are the ruler Offinsoman was looking for to replace the late Nana Wiafe Akenten.
Under his visionary leadership, the entire Offinso province remains galamsey-free.
This stance aligns with calls for collaborative efforts to end galamsey. Nana Dwamena Akenten II’s leadership is a beacon of hope in the fight against illegal mining.
