An unknown group clashed with the police Friday afternoon during the Concerned Citizens Against Galamsey protest.
The clash occurred when an entourage alleged to be the Chief Imam’s forced their way through a police barricade at the 37-bound section of the Kawukudi intersection in Accra.
The police had blocked the 37-bound section of the Kawokudi intersection while the #stopgalamseynow protesters made a brief stop on their way to the Kanda highway.
However, the overwhelming group forcefully removed the barricades and made their way through.
The second day of the Concerned Citizens Against Galamsey protest began with an energetic start, as demonstrators gathered for a ‘morale’ session before marching through the streets of Accra to demand decisive action against illegal mining activities.
Organised by the pressure group Concerned Citizens Against Galamsey, the protest seeks to highlight the severe environmental destruction caused by illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey.
Young participants filled the atmosphere with chants, songs, and drumming, energizing the crowd before setting off on the march. The demonstrators are expected to present a petition to the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources today, Friday, October 4.
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