In the Aowin municipality of the Western North region, 11 illegal miners have been arrested were apprehended by the Blue Water Guard team during an operation at the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve near the Omanpe community, which the operation was carried out on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Three Immigration officers, the team stormed the area, which was reportedly occupied by about 2,000 illegal miners. However, 11 individuals were successfully arrested during the operation. The suspects have been handed over to the Enchi Police Command for further investigation. The operation also led to the seizure of one pumping machine. Commander Armoh called on the government, particularly the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, to provide vehicles and logistics to aid in future anti-galamsey operations.
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Aowin, Stephen Morcher, reaffirmed his commitment to the fight against illegal mining in the municipality, noting that 33 excavators previously seized remain in the custody of the assembly.
