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  Accra, Ghana – The Association of Retired Fire Officers has strongly condemned what it describes as "unwarranted criticism and public humiliation" of Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) personnel by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, during the recent Adum PZ fire incident. In a strongly worded statement, the retired officers expressed disappointment over the Minister’s public rebuke of firefighters after more than ten hours of intense firefighting efforts. They criticized Dr. Amoakohene for failing to consult the Incident Commander before making comments that undermined the professionalism and dedication of the officers on the ground. According to the association, firefighters had strategically positioned fire tenders and base pumps in accordance with standard operating procedures. They explained that delays in water supply were due to the absence of necessary earth-moving equipment, which the Minister had promised to provide by 8:00 AM but only arrived ...

  The Nifahene of Okyeman under the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council, Daasebre Dr. Twum Ampofo II, has imposed a total ban on mining activities in Asiakwa and its surrounding areas in the Eastern Region. This decisive action follows an earlier restriction on mining along river bodies, in line with Okyenhene Osagyefuo Ofori Panin’s directive to protect the Birim River, Supong River, and other water bodies from pollution caused by illegal mining. Daasebre Twum Ampofo II, who also serves as Asiakwahene, justified the ban, stating that mining has brought no significant benefit to the community and has instead caused environmental destruction. He issued a two-week ultimatum for all miners to vacate the area, reclaim degraded lands, and remove machinery. He warned that any excavators left behind after the deadline would be set ablaze. He further highlighted the harmful effects of toxic chemicals used in mining, which degrade soil quality and make it unsuitable for farming and other s...