NDC flagbearer John Dramani Mahama has announced a firm stance against mining activities in Ghana’s forest reserves if elected.
Speaking at a public lecture at the Christian Service University in Kumasi, Mahama stressed that the preservation of the country’s vegetative cover is paramount and cannot be compromised for mineral exploration.
He committed to promoting responsible mining practices and restoring water bodies contaminated by illegal mining.
Highlighting the importance of forest reserves, Mahama stated, “I will ban all mining in forest reserves because I believe that many of the trees in the reserves, which are more than 700 years old, are more precious assets than any mineral that lies beneath them.”
John Mahama’s remarks underscore his dedication to environmental conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of Ghana’s forest reserves.
