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NAIMOS arrests 19 suspected illegal miners operating near Mpohor Fiase Police Station following JoyNews’ report
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- The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) arrested 19 suspected illegal miners near the Mpohor Fiase Police Station in Ghana's Western Region.
- The operation followed concerns raised by residents, affected farmers, and traditional leaders about widespread galamsey activities.
- NAIMOS personnel destroyed 16 chanfang machines, nine water pumps, three makeshift structures, and disabled an excavator at various illegal mining sites.
- Seized items included a pump-action shotgun with ammunition and GH¢120,000 in cash from one suspect.
- The suspects and seized items have been handed over for further investigation, with NAIMOS reiterating its commitment to intelligence-led operations to combat illegal mining.
Why This Matters
Illegal mining, or 'galamsey,' poses a severe threat to Ghana's environment, water bodies, and agricultural lands, impacting public health and livelihoods. This operation highlights the government's ongoing struggle against this deeply entrenched issue, even in close proximity to law enforcement facilities, underscoring the challenge of protecting vital natural resources for sustainable development.
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