NAIMOS to extend river protection operations to two more water bodies before year-end
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) plans to extend its fight against illegal mining to two more major river bodies before the end of the year, as it steps up efforts to protect Ghana's water resources and prevent illegal miners from returning to cleared areas.
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) plans to expand its anti-illegal mining operations to two additional major river systems before the end of the year as part of Operation Watershield. Colonel K. S. Appiah, Director of Operations at NAIMOS, stated that the interventions would aim to maintain security in areas previously cleared of illegal mining.
The deployment of a dedicated riverine unit, in collaboration with the Ghana Navy, is crucial for ensuring the ongoing security on the Ankobra River. This unit will operate following the Special Boat Squadron's efforts and will focus on regular patrols to deter illegal mining activities. NAIMOS has already conducted limited operations on other river systems and plans to integrate both land and water-based activities to disrupt illegal mining and strengthen river protection.
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