Accra, March 7, 2025 – AROCHA Ghana, in collaboration with other environmental non-governmental organizations (NGOs), has called for the removal of two top police officials in the Eastern Region over their alleged failure to tackle illegal mining (galamsey).
The group is demanding the dismissal of Eastern South Police Commander, DCOP George Boadi Bossman, and Kyebi Divisional Police Commander, ACP Reynolds Sam, citing their inability to enforce laws against illegal mining activities that continue to destroy vital water bodies.
Failure to Combat Illegal Mining
Speaking at a press conference in Accra, AROCHA’s Deputy National Director, Daryl Bosu, criticized the police leadership for their lack of decisive action against illegal mining operations.
“The failure to effectively enforce laws against illegal mining in parts of the Eastern Region is a clear indication of poor leadership and complicity by both the Divisional and Eastern South commands, located in Kyebi. Civil society organizations (CSOs) have struggled without success to stop the pollution of River Danso, River Birim, and other streams in the region.”
AROCHA Ghana and its partners believe that replacing the current police commanders with officers committed to upholding mineral and mining regulations is critical to halting the destruction of water bodies and forest reserves.
Call for Minerals Commission Leadership Change
The group is also demanding the removal of the Executive Director of the Minerals Commission, arguing that the agency has failed to promote responsible mining and protect the environment.
“The current leader of the Minerals Commission has failed to ensure responsible mining practices that safeguard the environment across the country.”
They urged the government to appoint a visionary leader who will prioritize environmental protection while ensuring that Ghana’s mining sector operates sustainably.
Ongoing Galamsey Crisis
Illegal mining remains a critical challenge in Ghana, with rivers, farmlands, and forests suffering severe degradation. Despite government interventions, many illegal mining activities persist, fueled by allegations of corruption, weak enforcement, and political interference.
Environmental groups are intensifying pressure on authorities to take firm action against those complicit in illegal mining operations and implement sustainable solutions.
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