A water contamination crisis has been unfolding in Aboabo No. 2 electoral area of the Adansi Asokwa District in the Ashanti Region, with residents struggling to access clean drinking water due to the activities of illegal miners.
Hon. Kofi Agyei, the Assembly member representing the area, has sounded the alarm and is calling on authorities and benevolent individuals to intervene.
The Extent of the Crisis.
According to Hon. Kofi Agyei, the water body serving the community has been contaminated for four months, posing a significant health risk to residents. The Assembly member attributes the contamination to the activities of illegal miners, commonly known as galamseyers, who have been operating in the area without regard for environmental regulations.
A Plea for Assistance.
Hon. Kofi Agyei is pleading with Otumfuo, President John Dramani Mahama, and other generous individuals to assist the community in obtaining portable drinking water. He emphasized the urgency of the situation, noting that residents are struggling to access clean water, which is essential for human survival.
Allegations of Involvement by NDC Constituency Chairman.
In a shocking revelation, Hon. Kofi Agyei alleged that the NDC Constituency Chairman in the area is deeply involved in the illegal mining activities. This claim raises serious concerns about the role of local politicians in perpetuating environmental degradation and the need for accountability.
Call for Government Intervention.
The Assembly member is urging the government to intervene in the matter and take decisive action to address the water contamination crisis. He believes that the government has a responsibility to protect the environment and ensure that citizens have access to clean water.
The water contamination crisis in Aboabo No. 2 is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention. Hon. Kofi Agyei’s plea for assistance is a call to action for authorities and individuals who can help alleviate the suffering of the community. It is hoped that the government and other stakeholders will take swift action to address the crisis and ensure that residents have access to clean drinking water.
