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In a coordinated effort between the Bekwai Forest District of the Forest Services Division (FSD) of the Forestry Commission and Rapid Response Teams from four other forest districts, a three-day operation culminated in the apprehension of ten individuals.
These individuals, consisting of seven Ghanaian nationals and three Chinese nationals, were engaged in illegal mining activities that inflicted substantial damage on the Oda River Forest Reserve situated in the Amansie Central District within the Ashanti Region.
The joint operation aimed at combating the persistent issue of illegal mining that has significantly harmed the ecological balance and biodiversity of the reserve. The arrested individuals were found actively involved in activities that contributed to the degradation of the forest reserve, threatening the delicate ecosystem within.
Authorities emphasized the importance of safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources and protecting the integrity of its forest reserves. The collaborative effort between multiple forest districts and law enforcement agencies underscores the commitment to combatting illegal mining practices detrimental to the environment.
Source: UTV
