Quarry operators

26 Jul

A/R: Quarry Operators Threaten Strike Over Illegal Encroachment

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The Quarry Operators Association in the Ashanti region has issued a warning about their potential plans to embark on a strike. The reason behind their dissatisfaction lies in the rampant illegal encroachment of their quarry sites by residents in the area. According to the aggrieved operators, these encroachers are unlawfully occupying their sites and even resorting to physical confrontation when the operators attempt to blast stones for their work. Alexander Owaohene, the Vice Chairman of the Quarry Operators in the region, expressed their frustration, stating that all efforts to stop the interference from encroachers have been in vain. In response…

28 Mar

Deputy Lands Minister Engages Quarry Operators; Assures Of Government’s Support

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George Mireku Duker, the Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources in Charge of Mines on Monday, March 27, 2023 paid a working visit to some quarry sites in the Shai Osudoku Municipality in Greater Accra Region. The visit by the Deputy Minister and officials from the Ministry was to apprise himself with the challenges in the quarry industry and how government can help tackle those challenges. A key feature of the visit was a forum organized for Hon. Mireku Duker engaged the members of the quarry industry for them and to enable them voice out their concerns. It came…