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Minister-Designate pledges investigation into dwindling land for research institutions


Published on 2025-01-30 13:02:19 - Graphic
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  • The Minister-Designate for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has vowed to launch an investigation into the shrinking land allocations designated for scientific and research institutions in Ghana.

The article from Graphic Online discusses the concerns raised by the Minister-designate for Lands and Natural Resources, Mr. Abu Jinapor, regarding the diminishing land available for research institutions in Ghana. During his vetting by Parliament's Appointments Committee, Mr. Jinapor pledged to investigate the issue of land encroachment affecting institutions like the Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG) and the Animal Research Institute. He highlighted the critical role these institutions play in national development and promised to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address the problem. Additionally, he committed to ensuring that lands designated for public use are protected from illegal activities, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to land management and protection.

Read the Full Graphic Article at:
[ https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/politics/minister-designate-pledges-investigation-into-dwindling-land-for-research-institutions.html ]
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