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Iron ore discovered in commercial quantities in Oti Region

The Ghana Geological Survey Authority has discovered large quantities of Iron ore deposits in Akokrowa, a farming community in the Oti Region of Ghana.

The iron ore, according to the geological investigation, is 55.22 weight percent (fe) and of a higher grade.

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor at a meeting with the Chiefs and people of Akokrowa on Tuesday 14th December 2021 said the government will ensure that the commodity found in the area benefits the people.

He said the government is determined to provide value addition to its raw commodity and would ensure that the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development work closely with the GGSA and the community to ensure that full value chain is retained in the region and the country.

The Minister who is also MP for Damongo maintained that the exploration and the business of the Iron will create jobs and wealth for the people of Oti and the country in general.

Abu Jinapor, who is on a two-day tour of the Volta and Oti regions as part of his nationwide working visit,  described the discovery of the iron ore in commercial quantities as “Good News” and urged the Chiefs and people to work in harmony to drive development to the area.

In welcome remarks, the Omanhene of the Apesokubi Traditional Area Okogyeaman Koram II, expressed the readiness of his people to make the project a success.

He pledged to support the GGSA, GIISDEC and government, saying ” I will release Lands to expand and push the progress of the work as and when required”.

The Chief also appealed to the government through the Hon. Minister to provide them with electrification, schools, hospitals and other amenities to help relieve the people while commending the  President of the Republic for the creation of the Oti Region which has long been on the drawing board.

 

Source: Kobina Welsing

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