The aim was to educate the members on their various roles and responsibilities of the L.I.2233 and L.I 2251 to ensure transparency and accountability in the fishing industry. This would also allow for improvement in the activities of the fisher folks and enhance development in their respective regions and districts. Addressing the participants, Mr Michael Arthur Dadzie, the Director of Fisheries, said the Government was putting in place the necessary structures to ensure that the fisher folks operated within the laws. He said by Law 53 per cent, amounting (Ghc1, 100) of the proceeds from the sale of premix fuel was supposed to be kept in an account in the name of the local community for its development. He encouraged them to consult each other frequently to get things done; and on a quarterly basis report to the Community to ensure transparency and accountability.

Source: All Ghana News May 18, 2017 11:26 UTC