Donatus Akamugri Atanga
Donatus Akamugri Atanga is the Upper East Regional Minister of Ghana, who has emphasized the need for urgent measures to combat illegal mining in forest reserves. Following the concerns raised by local chiefs, Atanga led efforts to address illegal mining activities in the region, including a recent operation that resulted in the arrest of numerous illegal miners in the Tilli Forest.
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Donatus Akamugri Atanga is the Upper East Regional Minister who addressed journalists about the shortage of doctors in the region.
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Donatus Akamugri Atanga, the Upper East Regional Minister, raised a concern about altering ages during a courtesy call.
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Donatus Akamugri Atanga is the Upper East Regional Minister who announced the discovery of gold in the region.
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Mr. Atanga indicated that REGSEC had thoroughly discussed the issue following the chief’s concerns and decided to visit the scene to assess the situation firsthand.
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