Ghanaian authorities have arrested 30 suspects in a series of coordinated anti-illegal mining operations across three regions. The raids, ordered by Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno, focused on galamsey hotspots notorious for environmental destruction and unsafe practices.

Police say the nationwide action reflects a renewed commitment to curbing illegal mining, which continues to threaten Ghana’s forests, rivers, and rural communities.

The suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue. Officials have vowed to intensify efforts to dismantle the networks behind these illicit operations.