Illegal Fuel Station Found in Ghana Forest Reserve During Gold Mining Raid

Illegal Fuel Station Discovered in Ghana Forest Reserve Amidst Gold Mining Raid A joint operation by Ghana's Minerals Development Fund and security agencies uncovered an illegal fuel station operating within the heart of the Tano Offin Forest Reserve in the Ashanti Region. The discovery came during a raid targeting illegal gold mining activities, resulting in the arrest of several Chinese nationals. Local residents expressed outrage at the environmental destruction caused by these operations, with one resident stating, "The community is fed up. They destroy the land, they destroy the water bodies, and at the end of the day, they blame the government." The video footage shows the extent of the damage to the forest reserve and the arrested individuals being escorted by authorities. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges Ghana faces in combating illegal mining and its devastating environmental consequences. Authorities are investigating the full extent of the illegal operations and plan to pursue appropriate legal action.