Deal #4282 Version #66723

These are the two dominant tribes

The draft consultation report states, “The conclusion drawn from the proceedings so far is that most community members understand what the proposed project is; what the implications of the JDA [Joint Development Agreement] are and affirm that currently land use in the area of interest is mainly subsistence agriculture. The project is generally perceived as a good thing that would bring prosperity, job opportunities, progress and increased incomes to the community members. Despite the concerns expressed the project is very acceptable to the community.”

the tensions between the chiefs over the land definitely has an effect on the overall community reaction

Starr News gathered that some armed youth allegedly from Bole reportedly stormed the Babator community, attacked and assaulted a Mo chief priest who they claimed had refused authority of the Babatorwura installed by the Chief of Bole. The Assemblyman for the area Hon. Akore said the priest was hospitalized at Wenchi Government Hospital, however, secretary of the Bole traditional council Mr. Jomo denied the claims and said the “unarmed youth” went to the community upon an invitation of the investors. Mr. Jomo agreed that the youth confronted the priest over allegations of insubordination but “never attacked him”. A heavily armed security including military forces was dispatched to the area Wednesday morning after reports of mass exodus of residents from the community