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Security forces storm Tano Anwia Forest Reserve, seize excavators and arrest illegal miners

The operation took place on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in compartments 17 and 20 of the reserve.

This decisive action followed a series of previous operations aimed at stopping illegal mining activities in the forest reserve:

March 4, 2025: A team from the Forest Services Division (FSD) of the FC, along with the RRU, stormed the reserve after receiving a tip-off about illegal mining. The team successfully drove out 12 excavators but was unable to make any arrests as the miners, who were heavily armed, outnumbered them.

March 6, 2025: Acting on intelligence that the miners planned to return, the team re-entered the reserve and prevented re-entry by the illegal operators.

March 8, 2025: Another attempt was made to arrest the miners, but they once again overpowered the enforcement team with their large numbers and heavy weaponry.

Following this invasion, videos and images of the illegal mining activities circulated widely on social media, sparking public concern.

In response, a joint team comprising the military and the RRU were deployed for a full-scale operation.

The team successfully arrested four illegal miners and seized nine excavators and a bulldozer.

The confiscated equipment is being transported to the Enchi District Assembly premises.

Additionally, the Forestry Commission has lodged a formal complaint with the Enchi District Police Command for further investigations and legal action.

Authorities have reiterated their commitment to protecting Ghana’s forest reserves and have warned illegal miners against encroaching on protected lands.

Source: classfmonline.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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