President John Dramani Mahama has ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding a violent clash at the Obuasi mine which claimed eight lives.
In a statement issued on Sunday, January 19, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama expressed profound regret over the tragic loss of lives of the illegal miners. The goal is to uncover the facts, ensure accountability, and bring any individuals found to have acted unlawfully to justice.
The Government has also directed the management of AngloGold Ashanti to bear the full medical expenses of those injured in the incident and to facilitate the burial arrangements for the deceased.
The nation’s security agencies have been tasked with restoring peace in the area and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Below is the full statement from the Presidency:
The Government wishes to express deep regret over the tragic loss of up to eight (8) lives, said to be illegal miners, following a violent clash at a mining site in Obuasi.
In response to the unfortunate incident, President John Dramani Mahama has ordered an immediate investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the clashes and ensure that any individuals found to have acted unlawfully are brought to justice.
Government has meanwhile asked the management of Anglo-Gold Ashanti to bear the medical expenses of the injured individuals fully and to facilitate the burial arrangements for those who have lost their lives.
The security agencies have also been tasked to take prompt action to restore peace in the area and implement measures to prevent similar occurrences.
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM/Deborah Amuzu
