Galamsey Fetish Priest Run Away

Fetish Priest Allegedly Aiding Illegal Miners at River Ankobra Escapes Anti-Galamsey Task Force

September 19, 2025 

A fetish priest accused of spiritually protecting illegal miners along the River Ankobra fled the scene after spotting an approaching anti-galamsey task force.

According to local reports, the task force stormed a makeshift shrine believed to be used for rituals intended to shield miners from arrest and to ensure their operations went undetected. Upon their arrival, the alleged spiritual leader abandoned the site, leaving behind ritual items and personal belongings.

Authorities say the operation is part of an intensified nationwide crackdown on illegal mining, which has severely polluted rivers and damaged farmlands. Security officials have launched a search for the fleeing priest and other accomplices who reportedly facilitate illegal mining through spiritual practices.

The Western Region remains one of the hardest-hit areas in the fight against galamsey, with the Ankobra River suffering significant ecological destruction. Environmental advocates are urging swift action to dismantle networks that embolden illegal miners, including those offering spiritual protection.