Traffic has resumed at the 37 Roundabout and surrounding roads after the Democracy Hub demonstration.

Earlier protests, part of the #OccupyJulorbiHouse movement, had led to the police blocking key routes, including those leading to Jubilee House.

The demonstration, aimed at addressing galamsey and government accountability, prompted heightened security measures.

After the protests, the roadblocks installed by police were lifted, allowing free movement through the area.

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At exactly 6pm, the Ghana Police removes the barricades at the 37 roundabout and other key intersections, allowing the free flow of traffic as demonstrators were no longer in sight during the #StopGalamseyNow and #ReOccupyJulorbiHouse protests.#JoyNewsFocus pic.twitter.com/J5leA6VUdO

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Meanwhile, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, the leader of the Democracy Hub, has been arrested by in connection with the protests.

The protests, which resulted in roadblocks and the obstruction of traffic at key intersections, led to heightened tensions between the demonstrators and law enforcement.

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Mr Barker-Vormawor, a key figure in the movement, was taken into custody after the police announced that it was on a manhunt for him.

Already, some 42 persons were arrested at Sunday's protest and are expected to be put before the court.

The third day of the protest today, Monday was uneventful as the streets were almost empty despite heavy police presence.

However, two protestors who turned up with placards were arrested.