Defence Minister, Dr. Omane Boamah, has issued a stern warning to illegal miners, urging them to steer clear of the country’s forest reserves. In a post on his official Facebook page, Boamah made it clear that the government will no longer tolerate the environmental havoc caused by illegal mining.

The crackdown comes after a joint operation by the Forestry Commission and the military in the Tano Anwia Forest Reserve, where mining equipment was seized and illegal miners arrested. The move signals a renewed commitment by the government to protect Ghana’s precious natural resources.

“In the name of God and Ghana, stay away from the forest reserves and galamsey! A word to the wise is enough!” Dr. Boamah’s message read, sending a clear message to those engaging in illicit mining activities.

The Defence Minister also stressed the importance of following legal procedures for those interested in mining, emphasizing the need to obtain the proper permits.

This warning is part of the government’s broader efforts to combat the environmental devastation caused by illegal mining, a long-standing issue that has severely impacted the country’s ecological balance.

Source:TheDotNews