A lawyer, Kwame Boafo Akuffo Esq of Akropong-Akuapem, has called for an Act of Parliament that would authorise the use of lethal force against illegal miners operating in Ghana’s forest and water bodies. He argued that illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, has reached a national security and public health emergency level, requiring what he […]
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Lawyer calls for ‘shoot and kill’ law against illegal miners
Adom OnlineBy Dorcas Abedu-KennedySat, 25 Apr 2026 · 3h ago0 views
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Lawyer Kwame Boafo Akuffo Esq. has proposed an Act of Parliament to authorize lethal force against illegal miners in Ghana's forests and water bodies. He argues that illegal mining, known as galamsey, constitutes a national security and public health emergency. This call suggests a drastic measure to combat the environmental and societal impact of such activities.
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