Omanghana
In a statement issued on April 26, 2026, Ghana’s Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources announced the revocation of mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited across three major concessions: Akango, Salman, and Nkroful. Authorities said the decision followed what they described as flagrant and deliberate violations of Ghana’s mining laws.
According to the government, investigations by the Minerals Commission uncovered several serious breaches of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703).
One of the main allegations was unauthorized subcontracting. Officials said Adamus Resources had reportedly transferred portions of its mineral rights to third parties without obtaining the required ministerial approval.
Investigators also claimed that some operations were carried out without approved mining plans or valid operating permits from the Chief Inspector of Mines, raising concerns about safety, compliance, and regulatory oversight.
Another major accusation involved illegal foreign participation in mining activities. Authorities alleged that the concessions were being used for illegal small-scale mining, commonly known in Ghana as galamsey, involving foreign nationals, particularly Chinese citizens.
The ministry further cited environmental damage linked to the operations, including threats to water bodies, farmland, and local livelihoods in the Nzema region.
The revocation of the leases took immediate effect on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Government officials said urgent action was necessary in the public interest to stop further violations and protect affected communities.
Following the announcement, military personnel were deployed to secure the Adamus mining sites and prevent any continuation of illegal activity or unauthorized access.
In response, Adamus Resources issued a statement on April 27 strongly rejecting the allegations. The company said the decision was taken without due process and claimed the accusations did not accurately reflect its operations.
The government has also sought to reassure employees working at the sites, stating that measures will be introduced to protect workers’ livelihoods during the transition.
Officials from the Ministry and the Minerals Commission say the action forms part of a broader national crackdown on illegal mining and regulatory abuses in the sector. They added that criminal prosecution against company directors could follow if further evidence supports the allegations.
Source: Omanghana
