Tarkwa-Nsuaem MCE Cracks Down on Railway Station Developers, Unveils Water and Mining Partnerships

This directive, announced during his maiden 'Meet the Press' encounter on Tuesday, highlights the Assembly's growing alarm over the area becoming a "haven for miscreants."

Cobbinah emphasized that the unchecked development and activities in the vicinity of the railway station pose a significant security threat to the municipality. "The Assembly has plans to develop that area for the benefit of the community," the MCE stated, indicating that the cessation of current operations is a necessary first step towards reclaiming the space and implementing structured, beneficial development.

Water Scarcity: A Mining Hub's Irony Addressed

Shifting focus to a critical municipal challenge, MCE Cobbinah tackled the persistent irony facing Tarkwa-Nsuaem: despite its status as a major mining hub, many communities within the municipality struggle with severe water scarcity, lacking reliable sources for domestic use.

To combat this, Cobbinah unveiled a major strategic initiative. The Assembly, he revealed, is actively seeking partnerships with key national water agencies – Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) and the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA). The objective of this collaboration is clear and ambitious: to significantly enhance water infrastructure development across the municipality and ultimately achieve universal access to clean water for all residents.

Mining Partnerships for Sustainability and Reclamation

Recognizing the municipality's economic bedrock, Cobbinah also addressed the vital relationship between mining activities and environmental sustainability. He announced the Assembly's intention to pursue stronger, more structured partnerships between local communities and the numerous mining companies operating within Tarkwa-Nsuaem.

"The goal," Cobbinah explained, "is to promote responsible mining practices." Crucially, this initiative also prioritizes the support and acceleration of land reclamation efforts. The Assembly aims to see degraded lands, a by-product of mining, systematically restored for productive use – either transformed into agricultural land or through afforestation projects, thereby mitigating environmental damage and creating new community resources.

Railway Station Focus: Security Paramount

Returning to the initial security concerns, the MCE provided further context for the shutdown order near the railway station. He highlighted the area as a "major concern," explicitly linking ongoing development activities there to the proliferation of criminal elements. His warning to developers was unequivocal: halt all operations now. The Assembly's intervention signals a commitment to dismantle this perceived haven and restore order and safety to the area, paving the way for future, sanctioned development aligned with community needs.

MCE Cobbinah's announcements mark a proactive stance on multiple fronts: immediate security enforcement, addressing the critical water access deficit through strategic partnerships, and promoting responsible mining practices for long-term environmental and community benefits. The success of these initiatives will be closely watched by residents and stakeholders in the resource-rich yet challenged Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality.

Source: Nana Esi Brew Monney

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