Attacks on NAIMOS personnel will not be tolerated – Secretariat on fatal Manso Keniago anti-galamsey clash
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has cautioned individuals and groups against obstructing its personnel in the discharge of their duties. This follows a confrontation at Manso Keniago in the Ashanti Region that left two officers with gunshot wounds and two civilians killed. The Secretariat described attacks, threats and other forms of violent resistance […]
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has issued a stern warning against any attempts to obstruct its personnel while they carry out their duties. This caution comes in the wake of a fatal clash at Manso Keniago in the Ashanti Region, which left two NAIMOS officers wounded and two civilians dead. In a statement released on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, NAIMOS clearly stated that any form of violent resistance, threats, or attacks against its operations would not be tolerated.
The incident occurred as the agency's task force was transporting excavators seized from illegal mining activities to a secure location. During this operation, the team encountered an armed group that sought to impede the movement of the equipment. In response, NAIMOS officers fired warning shots to disperse the group and avert further escalation.
However, the group's actions resulted in two NAIMOS personnel sustaining gunshot wounds. The Secretariat strongly condemned the incident and appealed to the public to refrain from any actions that could impede the agency's enforcement efforts. NAIMOS emphasized its unwavering commitment to combating illegal mining, vowing to continue its lawful enforcement operations nationwide, even in the face of intimidation and resistance.
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