Three chiefs have incurred the wrath of the Asantehene, , for their alleged involvements in galamsey activities in the region. The three chiefs: Sabronum Gyaasehene Nana Awua Gyau Atuomi, Sabronum Akyeamehene, and Baamuhene, were destooled by the Asantehene following a petition submitted by concerned residents of the traditional area. These concerned residents are reportedly without a paramount chief. During the Asanteman Council meeting at the Manhyia Palace on August 26, 2024, in a video posted by an X account, the Otumfuo destooled the trio and referred them to the police for prosecution. The petition presented by the residents accused the Gyaasehene of engaging in illegal mining and contributing to the destruction of the area's sole drinking water source, the River Asuonfou.