Watch Video: Chief invokes curses illegal miners with sugar bread

A traditional priest has invoked curses on individuals involved in illegal mining activities along the River Tano in a dramatic ritual aimed at condemning the ongoing destruction of one of Ghana’s key water bodies.

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In a video circulating widely on social media, the chief is seen performing traditional rites at the riverside, calling on the spirits of the river to punish those responsible for polluting and degrading the environment through illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey.

As part of the ritual, the priest is seen using a loaf of bread, which he throws into the river while pronouncing curses on those allegedly involved in the activities.

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His invocation is said to target not only the miners but also individuals believed to be supporting or enabling the illegal operations.

The curses reportedly extend to landowners who sold concessions, financiers of the operations, and officials accused of facilitating or ignoring the activities.

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The video has since sparked widespread reactions online, with many social media users engaging in discussions about illegal mining, environmental protection, and the role of traditional authorities in addressing galamsey-related issues.

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