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Validate Our Struggles– Stonebwoy Calls for Government Commitment to Fight Galamsey

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Ghanaian dancehall star, Stonebwoy, has added his voice to the ongoing protests against illegal mining (galamsey) and the detention of Democracy Hub members, urging the government to take immediate and concrete action.

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In a post on X, formerly Twitter on Friday, October 4, 2024, the multiple award-winning singer and songwriter expressed solidarity with the demonstrators, emphasizing the importance of fighting for the future of Ghana.

“As we touch the streets to advocate for the better… As we walk in the spirit footsteps of the Great ancestors that led us to freedom once upon a time. May our blood, sweat, and tears not remain vain,” he wrote.

The ‘Jejereje’ singer went on to call on both current and future leadership to validate the struggles of the citizens by presenting detailed plans to address pressing issues like galamsey, which has devastated the country’s environment.

“We implore Gov’t or leadership (incoming or outgoing) to just validate our struggles by showing detailed plans on how to tackle the very pressing issues, such as ‘GALAMSEY’ that face us as Ghanaians and RIGIDLY COMMIT to it,” he urged.

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Stonebwoy also highlighted other issues, including the deteriorating condition of the Korle Bu mortuary, adding that these concerns should not be overlooked in the broader fight for a better Ghana.

https://x.com/stonebwoy/status/1841893144075342025?t=euEEiA8G-CAhCDs0T323VQ&s=19

The ongoing three-day protest against the arrest of Democracy Hub members and the rampant illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana by The Coalition Concern Citizen Against Illegal Galamsey has drawn significant attention, with over five thousand police officers deployed to maintain order.

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The protest, which kicked off near the University of Ghana Sports Stadium at Okponglo, continues to gain momentum as participants march through key areas of Accra, including the Kanda Highway, Ridge Hospital, and Parliament House, before concluding at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The demonstration aims to draw attention to the detrimental effects of illegal mining (galamsey) and advocate for stronger action against the practice.

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