The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) has issued a two-week ultimatum to persons or groups engaging in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, to vacate mining sites or face the law.
The RCC said it was ready to form a team to enforce the order, to stop mining in water bodies and forests, to protect the region's environment.
The Ashanti Regional Minister Dr Frank Amoakohene, disclosed this at a press briefing in Kumasi, at the weekend, to discuss the roadmap for the region's development.
He said the RCC would take steps to stop illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey by ensuring adherence to environmental laws.
