The opposition New Patriotic Party has accused the Mahama government of failing to address illegal mining operations effectively despite recent enforcement efforts. Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah told Channel One TV that galamsey activities have intensified since the administration took office, calling for nonpartisan cooperation among communities, traditional leaders and civil groups to combat the crisis.
His comments followed a violent clash on Saturday, November 1, when illegal miners attacked National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat personnel near Hwidiem in the Ahafo Region. Authorities seized firearms, ammunition, unregistered vehicles and mobile phones during the confrontation. The Minerals Commission condemned the assault as intimidation intended to undermine environmental protection measures.
The Lands Ministry warned that individuals obstructing or attacking security forces during anti-galamsey operations will face prosecution.
His comments followed a violent clash on Saturday, November 1, when illegal miners attacked National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat personnel near Hwidiem in the Ahafo Region. Authorities seized firearms, ammunition, unregistered vehicles and mobile phones during the confrontation. The Minerals Commission condemned the assault as intimidation intended to undermine environmental protection measures.
The Lands Ministry warned that individuals obstructing or attacking security forces during anti-galamsey operations will face prosecution.
