Gov’t begins deportation of Chinese nationals apprehended for galamsey

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National Security operatives have deported several Chinese nationals through Kotoka International Airport following a renewed nationwide crackdown on illegal mining, authorized by President John Dramani Mahama.

Latest Arrests Near Pra River

The most recent arrests occurred earlier this week along the Pra River near Supom-Dunkwa in the Shama District of the Western Region. The individuals were suspected of engaging in illegal mining activities, commonly referred to as galamsey.

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Cover of Sand Winning Exposed

According to National Security operative Hashem Tankonu, the Chinese nationals were operating under the guise of sand winning, a tactic used to conceal their illegal mining operations. Authorities uncovered the scheme, leading to their swift arrest and deportation.

Previous Operations and Seizures

Just a week prior, another security operation led to the arrest of two Chinese nationals and the seizure of 15 excavatorssuspected to be used for illegal mining purposes.

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Government Intensifies Fight Against Galamsey

The deportation of these foreign nationals represents a significant move in the government’s ongoing fight against illegal mining, which continues to pose severe threats to water bodies and forest reserves across the country.

This latest action reaffirms the commitment of the Mahama-led administration to protect Ghana’s natural resources and clamp down on environmental degradation.

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Author

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    Abraham Kofi Amudzegbe is a Level 300 Nursing student at the University
    of Ghana, Legon, an author, student leader, and youth advocate with a
    strong passion for public service, leadership, and student empowerment.
    Through his writing, he explores topics related to education, youth
    development, leadership, health, and social impact, contributing
    meaningful perspectives on issues that affect students and young people.

    As an author at Insight Ghana, Abraham leverages his strong communication
    and research skills to produce informative and thought-provoking content.
    His work reflects a commitment to advocacy, public engagement, and
    fostering conversations that inspire positive change within society.

    Abraham currently serves in several leadership capacities, including
    Vice President of the Volta Region Students Association (VORSA Legon),
    Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the University of Ghana Nursing and
    Midwifery Students Association (UGHANMSA), Deputy Head of the Business
    and Political Chamber of PENSA Legon, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of
    the Oti Region Students Association (ORSA), and a Member of the
    University of Ghana Parliament House.

    Over the years, he has led and supported numerous student-centered
    initiatives, including academic tutorials, mentorship programmes,
    welfare interventions, and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving the
    student experience and promoting collective growth.

    As an aspiring President of the University of Ghana Students'
    Representative Council (UGSRC) for the 2026/2027 academic year,
    Abraham seeks to champion a vision centered on student welfare,
    accountability, inclusiveness, innovation, and effective representation.

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Abraham kofi Amudzegbe

Abraham Kofi Amudzegbe is a Level 300 Nursing student at the University of Ghana, Legon, an author, student leader, and youth advocate with a strong passion for public service, leadership, and student empowerment. Through his writing, he explores topics related to education, youth development, leadership, health, and social impact, contributing meaningful perspectives on issues that affect students and young people.

As an author at Insight Ghana, Abraham leverages his strong communication and research skills to produce informative and thought-provoking content. His work reflects a commitment to advocacy, public engagement, and fostering conversations that inspire positive change within society.

Abraham currently serves in several leadership capacities, including Vice President of the Volta Region Students Association (VORSA Legon), Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the University of Ghana Nursing and Midwifery Students Association (UGHANMSA), Deputy Head of the Business and Political Chamber of PENSA Legon, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Oti Region Students Association (ORSA), and a Member of the University of Ghana Parliament House.

Over the years, he has led and supported numerous student-centered initiatives, including academic tutorials, mentorship programmes, welfare interventions, and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving the student experience and promoting collective growth.

As an aspiring President of the University of Ghana Students' Representative Council (UGSRC) for the 2026/2027 academic year, Abraham seeks to champion a vision centered on student welfare, accountability, inclusiveness, innovation, and effective representation.