By Felix Cofie
Acting Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has paid a working visit to the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) in Accra to familiarise himself with the operations of the institution and assess its key challenges.
During interactions with management, the issue of encroachment on GAEC lands featured prominently. Mr Armah Kofi Buah issued a stern warning to individuals and entities who have illegally occupied lands belonging to the Commission, stressing that government will reclaim all such lands. He noted that the lands were acquired for a specific national purpose and would be protected accordingly.
As part of the visit, the Acting Minister toured the E-waste Handover Facility, where he received first-hand information on how the facility operates and its role in managing electronic waste in an environmentally sustainable manner.
He also inspected the GAEC foundry project, which is yet to be completed. Management disclosed that the first batch of equipment for the foundry was imported into the country in 2021 but remains uninstalled due to the absence of complementary equipment. The outstanding components, they said, are estimated to cost about GH¢68 million.
Mr Armah Kofi Buah assured the Commission that the ministry would study the issues raised and work with relevant stakeholders to find lasting solutions.
