The Upper East Region has unearthed valuable mineral deposits, particularly gold, in various local communities.
Approximately seven of the 15 District Assemblies and Municipalities have uncovered gold minerals. The Upper East Regional Minister Donatus Akamugri Atanga revealed this information to reporters. This occurred at the proposed Bolgatanga airport location on Saturday, March 29.
According to the minister, the establishment of the Bolgatanga Airport will facilitate the convenient transportation of mineral products. It will enable miners and gold buyers to reach various regions in the country.
He urged stakeholders to support the region in setting up the airport.
“This region, all of a sudden, we have discovered minerals around. Out of the 15 municipal district assemblies, we have about seven of them that have this deposit. And if they are having this deposit, it means that there’s business to do. And then, when they do the mining, they will need faster means to be able to send their gold to the national level without being disturbed by armed robberies.”
“There’s a need for us to quicken things to improve upon things. Upper East is a gateway to Burkiana Faso and Togo. Our airport will be more lucrative.”
