Abura State Honors Prof. Dr. Nana Ama Brown Klutse for Her Appointment as EPA Boss

The Abura Traditional Area has united to celebrate the appointment of Professor Dr. Nana Ama Brown Klutse as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). This milestone has been widely acknowledged within the community, as it marks a significant achievement for both Professor Klutse and the area she represents.

In an interview with the media, Professor Nana Ama Brown Klutse took the opportunity to outline the core mandate of the Environmental Protection Authority. She explained that the EPA’s primary responsibility is to protect and preserve the environment by ensuring that environmental policies are enforced effectively across the country. The EPA is tasked with monitoring and regulating activities that could potentially harm the environment, such as industrial pollution, deforestation, and illegal mining practices, among others.

Regarding the pressing issue of illegal mining, often referred to as “Galamsey,” Professor Klutse assured the public that under her leadership, the EPA would take strong actions to combat this challenge. She emphasized that illegal mining, particularly in forests and water bodies, poses a significant threat to the environment and natural resources. As the newly appointed CEO, she expressed her commitment to ensuring that those involved in such harmful practices would be held accountable. She stressed that the EPA would work closely with other relevant institutions, law enforcement agencies, and stakeholders to ensure that illegal mining activities do not continue to damage the country’s natural resources.

Professor Klutse’s appointment and her firm stance on environmental protection reflect her dedication to safeguarding Ghana’s environment for future generations. Her leadership promises to bring about positive changes in the fight against illegal mining and the protection of the nation’s forests and water bodies.