After three unsuccessful attempts, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, convenor of the anti-galamsey protest has been granted bail in the sum of ¢20,000 on Wednesday, October 16.

His previous bail applications had been denied by both the Accra High Court and the Circuit Court.

Mr Barker-Vormawor was arrested during a demonstration against illegal mining, locally known as galamsey, which has caused severe environmental damage in Ghana.

Several activists, voicing concerns about destroying natural resources, participated in the protest, which aimed to raise awareness and opposition to the practice.

According to police reports, Mr Barker-Vormawor was apprehended for engaging in unlawful activities during the protest, although specific details of his alleged misconduct are still under investigation.

One of the incidents that led to his arrest was his removal of the keys from a police van parked at the protest site.

Despite these challenges, the activist has remained determined in his stance against galamsey, continuing to advocate for environmental reforms and greater accountability in the fight against illegal mining.

Source: joynews

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