Renowned investigative journalist, Erastus Asare Donkor has revealed that the Commander of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), Colonel Dominic Buah, is being replaced in what military sources describe as part of a routine rotation within the Ghana Armed Forces.
In a Facebook post, Erastus Asare Donkor described Colonel Buah as a highly principled and committed officer who played a critical role in Ghana’s ongoing battle against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.
According to the him, the outgoing commander remained firm in the execution of his duties despite pressure from various interest groups.
“Col. Buah has been very instrumental in the fight until now. Very principled soldier who was determined in this fight against galamsey. In many instances he stood his ground against many interests and insisted that the right thing must be done,” the post stated.
The journalist further expressed hope that the incoming commander would continue the aggressive anti-galamsey campaign and even surpass the achievements recorded under Colonel Buah’s leadership.
“It is my HOPE that his replacement will continue and even exceed expectations in the fight against this cancer which is eating away everything we hold dear. WE WATCH!!” he added.
Colonel Dominic Buah has served as the commanding leader and Director of Operations for NAIMOS, spearheading intelligence-led operations aimed at combating illegal mining activities across the country.
Under his leadership, the Secretariat intensified crackdowns on illegal mining kingpins, seized excavators and mining equipment used for unlawful operations, and coordinated efforts to reclaim degraded forest reserves and polluted water bodies.
His tenure has been widely associated with some of the most visible anti-galamsey enforcement operations in recent years, particularly in mining hotspots where illegal activities have severely impacted rivers, farmlands, and protected forests.
The fight against galamsey remains one of the most pressing environmental and national security concerns in the country, with environmental experts warning about the devastating effects of illegal mining on water sources, agriculture, and public health.
Although authorities have described the change in command as a routine military rotation, the development is expected to attract public scrutiny given the sensitive nature of the anti-galamsey campaign and the increasing calls for sustained enforcement against illegal mining operators.
The Ghana Armed Forces and NAIMOS are yet to release an official statement regarding the appointment of Colonel Buah’s successor.
By 1960news.com
