Ghana's Minister for Lands and Natural Resources revoked the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited after investigations found multiple breaches of mining laws, including unauthorized sub-contracting, operations without approved plans or permits, and illegal galamsey activities involving foreign nationals on concessions at Akango, Salman, and Nkroful.
27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minerals Commission has rejected claims that its revocation of Adamus Resources Limited's mining lease was politically motivated, stating instead that the decision was grounded in investigations that uncovered unauthorised assignment of mining rights and operations outside approved authorisations. CEO Isaac Tandoh said the action was taken on legal and technical grounds to protect Ghana's natural resources and public interest.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Minerals Commission defended its decision to revoke the mining lease of Adamus Resources Limited, citing systemic violations of mining laws including unlawful mining activities and unauthorised assignment of concession parts. The Commission said the decision was lawful and evidence-based, and indicated the company could face prosecution with support from the Attorney General.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Communities in Akango, Salman, and Nkroful in the Western Region have welcomed the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources' revocation of mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited, after the Minerals Commission confirmed that foreign nationals were unlawfully engaged in galamsey activities on the concessions and mining operations were conducted outside designated areas.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The government revoked mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited over the Akango, Salman and Nkroful concessions, citing regulatory breaches, unauthorised mining activities and environmental violations; military personnel have since been deployed to take control of the site. Adamus Resources has rejected the revocation, claiming it was done without due process and that the allegations do not reflect its operations.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Adamus Resources Limited has rejected the government's revocation of its mining leases at Akango, Salman and Nkroful, claiming the action lacked due process and was based on inaccurate allegations. The company says it was not formally notified of specific allegations nor given opportunity to respond before the decision, contravening established principles of fairness and administrative justice.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →