- Gyakie was spotted at the grounds of the Free The Citizens and Stop Galamsey Now protests happening on the streets of Accra
- The singer in the video rocked an all-black outfit as she marched alongside her Ghanaian compatriots, making demands from the government
- Many people praised Gyakie for adding her voice to the call to stop illegal mining in the country
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has been seen at the forefront of the ongoing ‘Free The Citizens’ and ‘Stop Galamsey Now’ protests taking place on the streets of Accra.
The three-day protest, which began on Thursday, October 3, 2024, has seen hundreds of concerned citizens, including the popular singer, march in unison to demand an end to illegal mining, locally known as galamsey. The protest is scheduled to end on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
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Gyakie stepped out in an all black outfit to join the demonstration. Protesters shouted and held placards calling on the government to take action against the environmental destruction caused by galamsey.
Illegal mining has become a major issue in Ghana, contributing to widespread environmental degradation, water pollution and deforestation, particularly in rural mining communities.
Many praised Gyakie for amplifying her voice in a social cause that affects millions. The singer’s involvement was hailed as a positive example of celebrity activism, with her fans praising her for using her platform to support a movement aimed at saving the future of young Ghanaians.
Ghanaians praise Gyakie
YEN.com.gh garnered some backlash from social media users.
ZongoMayor said:
“Daddy lumba ne kojo Antwi for participation next time”
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Afiabian commented:
“Great I’ll follow you straight they’re famous.”
ericboatenggh said:
“Sarkodie drinks wine and smokes 😔
The restaurant owner supports the protests
Gyakie is not the only one heavily involved in the protests. an owner of a popular restaurant also helped in her own way.
In a report of YEN.com.gh, the restaurant owner donated food to the anti-Galamche protesters.
Many people saluted her and praised her for the welfare of the protesters who were fighting a cancer that is plaguing the country.
Source: YEN.com.gh