The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has arrested suspected illegal miners following resistance to an enforcement operation at Subin Akwaaboso in the Central Region.
The arrests were made on Sunday, November 1, 2026, during an operation involving NAIMOS personnel and members of the Special Boat Squadron (SBS).
According to NAIMOS, the enforcement team encountered resistance from a group of individuals, some of whom allegedly wielded cutlasses, firearms and other offensive weapons, creating risks for the officers and other people at the scene.
The team, operating under the direction of NAIMOS Director of Operations, Colonel K. S. Appiah, exercised restraint and took measures to prevent the confrontation from escalating, the Secretariat said in a statement issued on Monday, November 2.
NAIMOS warned that individuals suspected of attacking its personnel or obstructing lawful enforcement operations would be referred to the relevant authorities for further action.
The Secretariat said it would continue conducting its operations within the law while taking proportionate measures to protect its personnel, accompanying journalists and members of the public.
It also urged community leaders and residents to support lawful enforcement activities and channel any concerns through the appropriate authorities.
