The Bureau of Public Safety (BPS) has condemned a violent attack on the Director of Operations of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) and his team, allegedly led by a sitting Member of Parliament, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo.
The incident reportedly occurred on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Bronikrom near Hwidiem in the Ahafo Region, where the task force was conducting an anti-illegal mining (galamsey) operation.
In a strongly worded statement, the BPS described the MP’s alleged actions as a “clear obstruction of law enforcement officers in the discharge of their lawful duties.” The group said the assault resulted in property damage and posed serious risks to public officials and military personnel involved in the operation.
The Bureau has called for the immediate arrest and interrogation of the MP and all others involved in the attack. It also demanded a comprehensive investigation by the Ghana Police Service, with support from the Ghana Armed Forces, to determine the facts surrounding the incident, the MP’s alleged role, and the handling of the case at the Hwidiem Police Station.
The BPS further urged authorities to ensure security protection for NAIMOS officers, military personnel, and witnesses, to guarantee their safety and cooperation during the investigation.
Additionally, the Bureau called on Parliament to initiate an internal inquiry and apply disciplinary or criminal sanctions if the MP is found to have interfered with law enforcement operations. It also recommended reinforcing security protocols for anti-illegal mining task forces to prevent future assaults.
“No individual, regardless of political office or influence, is above the law,” the Bureau stated, warning that such attacks undermine national security, embolden criminal networks, and threaten the fight against illegal mining—a practice that continues to devastate Ghana’s water bodies, forests, and communities.
The BPS said it will closely monitor developments and, if necessary, petition the Speaker of Parliament and the Inspector-General of Police to ensure accountability and justice.
