GAU 6-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C.  20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of September 2025

Commission File No. 001-33580

GALIANO GOLD INC. (Translation of registrant's name into English)

Suite 1640, 1066 West Hastings Street Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 3X1, Canada (Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F

Form 20-F  [  ]  Form 40-F [X]

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1)  [  ]

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SUBMITTED HEREWITH

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

GALIANO GOLD INC.

/s/ Matthew Freeman ________________________________ Matthew Freeman Chief Financial Officer

Date:  September 9, 2025

Galiano Gold Inc.: Exhibit 99.1 - Filed by newsfilecorp.com

GALIANO GOLD ADDRESSES RECENT INCIDENT AT THE ASANKO GOLD MINE

Vancouver, British Columbia, September 9, 2025 - Galiano Gold Inc. ("Galiano" or the "Company") (TSX, NYSE American: GAU) provides the following statement regarding an incident that occurred at its Asanko Gold Mine ("AGM") on September 9, 2025.

The incident involved a confrontation between community members and military personnel on the Company's operating concessions in the Amansie South District of Ghana. The military presence forms part of a state-mandated security intervention, coordinated through the Ghana Chamber of Mines. Tensions escalated within the local community, leading to civil unrest, including a fatality and damage to contractor equipment.

The Company shares in the community's grief over the tragic loss of life and extends its heartfelt condolences to the affected families during this difficult time.

Galiano is supporting local authorities, government officials, and community leaders as investigations are underway and the Company remains committed to maintaining constructive dialogue with all stakeholders.

Operations at the Esaase deposit have been temporarily suspended, while operations at the Abore deposit and processing plant are unaffected. The Company will provide further updates once investigations are complete.

About Galiano Gold Inc.

Galiano is focused on creating a sustainable business capable of value creation for all stakeholders through production, exploration and disciplined deployment of its financial resources. The Company owns the Asanko Gold Mine, which is located in Ghana, West Africa. Galiano is committed to the highest standards for environmental management, social responsibility, and the health and safety of its employees and neighbouring communities. For more information, please visit www.galianogold.com.

Contact Information

Krista Muhr

Toll-Free (N. America): 1-855-246-7341

Telephone: 1-778-239-0446

Email: [email protected]