The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Armah Kofi Buah, has commended Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno and the Ghana Police Service for their significant role in the ongoing fight against illegal mining. Apexnewsgh reports
Speaking at the Global Mining Summit on Monday, June 2, 2025, the Minister acknowledged the contributions of the IGP, the Police Service, and other security agencies in combating illegal mining and protecting the country’s water bodies.
“The IGP’s personal effort and role have been great so far, and the Police Service must be commended along with the other security agencies helping us to root out this canker,” the Minister said. Over the past two months, the Ghana Police Service has intensified operations against illegal mining, seizing over 100 excavators, bulldozers, weapons, and other exhibits in Samreboi and surrounding communities alone.
Several suspects have been arrested and are currently undergoing legal processes. Similar operations have been conducted in parts of the Ashanti, Eastern, Western, Central, and Upper West Regions. The Ghana Police Service has reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying the fight against illegal mining, working in collaboration with other stakeholders to protect water bodies and natural resources.
The Minister’s commendation highlights the importance of collaboration between government agencies, security services, and other stakeholders in addressing the challenge of illegal mining. The Ghana Police Service’s efforts in this regard are seen as a crucial step towards protecting the country’s natural resources and promoting sustainable development.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen
