The Ghana Armed Forces and the Ghana Police Service have launched simultaneous joint operations across three regions — Ashanti, Volta, and Ahafo.
The joint operation is targeted at individuals believed to be behind recent attacks on members of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, NAIMOS, and other state officials.
The dawn swoops, which begin today, Wednesday, November 12, 2025, are taking place in the Ashanti Region at Dadwene and Anwona; in the Volta Region at Ehi; and in the Ahafo Region at Hwediem, Kenyase, Guaso, and Marhani.
According to a joint statement signed by Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, Acting Director-General of Public Relations for the Ghana Armed Forces, the operation is “targeted and intelligence-led” to arrest persons linked to the violent attacks on NAIMOS officials, police officers, Environmental Protection Agency staff, and journalists.
The security agencies warned that any individual or group that attempts to obstruct their work in ongoing anti-galamsey operations or any other lawful duty would face the full force of the law.
The statement further assured the general public that adequate measures have been put in place to ensure the safety and security of well-meaning inhabitants of these towns and communities, urging residents to remain calm and continue their daily activities without fear.
The joint forces also commended civil society organisations, the media, and individuals who have publicly condemned the recent attacks, describing such support as critical to the success of the national campaign against illegal mining.
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Source: Eric Sekyi/ATLFMNEWS
