Ghana’s Lands Minister sets up committee to review Adamus Resource petition

Ghana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has established a ministerial committee to review a petition submitted by Adamus Resources Limited, while appointing an interim management team to oversee operations at the company’s mine pending the outcome of the process.

The move follows government’s decision to revoke the mining leases held by Adamus after investigations cited alleged illegal mining activities, environmental breaches, and other regulatory violations.

According to officials, the committee has been tasked with examining the company’s petition and accompanying documentation, with a view to ensuring a fair and transparent review of the issues raised. The interim management arrangement is intended to maintain operational stability at the mine during the review period.

Adamus Resources Limited, through its Chief Executive Officer Angela List, has rejected the allegations and submitted documentary evidence to government aimed at clearing the company of wrongdoing. The firm insists it has consistently operated as a responsible large-scale mining company and has supported efforts to combat illegal mining.

Speaking after presenting the petition, List expressed confidence that the materials submitted would be given due consideration by the committee. She also indicated the company’s readiness to cooperate fully with any supervisory measures put in place by government.

The development comes amid heightened tensions following the lease revocation, with stakeholders closely watching the review process and its implications for operations at the mine.

Government has reiterated its commitment to due process, assuring that the committee’s work will be guided by evidence and in accordance with established legal and regulatory frameworks.