The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners (GNASSM) has clarified that Kojo Peprah, who was arrested by the Special Anti-Galamsey Taskforce for attempting to interfere with an operation targeting illegal mining activities within the Desiri Forest Reserve in the Ashanti Region, has never been the Chairman or a member of the Association.

According to GNASSM, it has a well-defined leadership structure comprising a national President, national executive members, regional executives, and district executives—emphasizing that Mr. Peprah holds no role or affiliation within the organization.

The Association reiterated its steadfast support for responsible and sustainable small-scale mining practices.

"As an association, GNASSM remains firmly committed to responsible and sustainable small-scale mining. We have consistently partnered with the government and security agencies in the ongoing fight against illegal mining (galamsey) across the country," a statement issued by its Secretary, Godwin Nickleson Armah, said.

"We urge the general public and the media to verify information before dissemination and to support government-led initiatives to eliminate illegal mining. Combating galamsey is a shared national responsibility," it added.

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