The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr.

Frank Amoakohene, has announced a successful operation by a joint anti-galamsey task force to reclaim two forest reserves in the region.

He shared this update on his X page on Friday, March 7, 2025. "This morning, a joint anti-galamsey task force comprising National Security, Police, and the Forestry Division carried out a major operation in the Amansie Central forest to reclaim our lands from illegal miners.

Excavators seized and currently parked the Police Station and additional excavators demobilized by removing their control boards. "The operation was successful, and the Forestry Division has been tasked to reclaim the forest immediately.