Former Deputy Attorney General, Dr.
Dominic Ayine, has proposed a more radical approach to the fight against illegal mining, also known as galamsey.
The MP for Bolgatanga East constituency suggested that a "shoot on sight" policy would be more beneficial to the government's efforts in combating the menace.
His comments come as the fight against illegal mining intensifies, with the devastation to Ghana's forest reserves continuing to be a significant concern.