The Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has declared an all-out war on illegal mining, commonly known as “galamsey,” warning that it poses a severe threat to national security and the environment.
Addressing the Regional Police Commanders’ Conference, COP Yohuno highlighted the growing crisis of illegal mining, particularly in the Western North Region. He revealed that armed criminals linked to illegal mining operations have carried out brutal and unprovoked attacks on innocent civilians, including forest guards.
“This lawlessness must not be allowed to continue,” COP Yohuno stated, emphasizing the urgent need for immediate action to curb the rising violence and environmental destruction caused by galamsey.
In response to the escalating situation, the IGP directed all Regional Commanders to strengthen their operations and implement a coordinated strategy to dismantle illegal mining networks. He stressed that tackling this crisis requires a unified and aggressive approach.
“We are declaring war on illegal mining, and I expect every Regional Commander to take decisive action to restore order and bring the perpetrators to justice,” COP Yohuno concluded.
