The Minority in Parliament has praised Inspector General of Police, COP Christian Tetteh Yahonu, and Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, for taking bold steps to transfer all police commanders in galamsey-prone areas.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament believe the move will help combat the illegal mining menace that has plagued the country for decades.
Ranking member of the Defense and Interior Committee in Parliament, Rev. Ntim Fordjour, speaking in an interview with Nana Osei Amponfo Adjei on Adom FM’s 6PM News (commonly known as Naket News), said the Minority had proposed such an action to the Minister during his vetting, and they are pleased to see it implemented.
“Galamsey is destroying the country’s resources, and we all need to come together to find a solution to it, devoid of political affiliation. My team at the vetting proposed to the minister that he should consider transferring police commanders in galamsey areas, so we are happy he has done that,” Fordjour said.
The Assin South Member of Parliament added that if all ministers would take advice, regardless of who is giving it, they would receive the support of the Minority.
“You see, this Interior Minister will be one of the best ministers because he is open to advice, and when he thinks something is fit, he implements it. That is what we expect from other ministers. So far, he is doing well, and we are happy with him,” Mr. Fordjour stated.
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