Also known as: Municipal Director of the Environmental Protection Agency
Regulatory agency cited in Ghanaian coverage for zoning enforcement roles and environmental permitting frameworks.
The government revoked mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited over three concessions following investigations into unauthorised operations, unlawful subcontracting, missing environmental approvals, and foreign nationals conducting illegal mining on its concessions. The company has contested the revocation, claiming it lacked due process and opportunity for response before the decision was made.
Unregulated commercial and industrial developments are increasingly encroaching into Ghana's residential areas, eroding homeowners' safety, property values, and peace of mind despite existing zoning frameworks from LUSPA, assemblies, and the EPA.
21 hours ago · Business & Financial Times →
Unregulated commercial and industrial developments are increasingly encroaching into Ghana's residential areas, eroding homeowners' safety, property values, and peace of mind despite existing zoning frameworks from LUSPA, assemblies, and the EPA.
21 hours ago · Business & Financial Times →
A major stakeholder consultation held at Osino-Saman in Fanteakwa South District, organised under the EU-supported BRACE programme in collaboration with the Concerned Citizens of Atewa Landscape, brought together community members, traditional authorities, environmental advocates, and state regulatory agencies to address ecological threats to the Atewa enclave, particularly from illegal mining and unsustainable extractive activities.
6 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, has expressed disappointment over escalating illegal mining and logging activities in his area, accusing government appointees of complicity and shielding perpetrators at the expense of the environment and public health. He noted that until 18 months ago the municipality was largely illegal mining-free, but has since seen a sudden influx of operations targeting forest reserves and the Tano River, a primary water source for thousands.
2 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Western Regional Minister has ordered an investigation into mining operations filmed near the New Cooperative Academy in Wassa Gyapa, after a video circulated on social media showing excavators operating close to the school. The Minister confirmed the footage dates to November 2024 and said the school is currently safe, though he expressed concern about mining proximity to settlements.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Western Regional Minister has directed authorities to identify a miner operating galamsey near New Cooperative Academy at Wassa Gyapa following a viral video showing illegal mining metres from the school. The school's headteacher disputed the claim, stating the video was recorded in November 2024 and that miners vacated the site about a year ago following a 2023 agreement.
30 April 2026 · The Chronicle →
GOIL PLC has launched its HSSEQ Week 2026, themed "Promoting a Positive Psychosocial Working Environment," bringing together staff, regulators, and industry stakeholders to highlight physical and mental well-being in the workplace. The initiative aims to deepen awareness, strengthen safety culture, and address emerging psychosocial risks.
29 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
GOIL PLC has launched its 2026 HSSEQ Week themed "Promoting a Positive Psychosocial Working Environment" to highlight the importance of physical and mental well-being in the workplace. The week-long celebration brings together staff, regulators, and industry stakeholders to deepen awareness, strengthen safety culture, and address emerging psychosocial risks.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has revoked the Akango, Salman and Nkroful mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited following investigations that found the company engaged in unauthorised operations, unlawfully subcontracted mining without ministerial consent, conducted activities without approved operating plans or valid permits, failed to secure environmental approvals, and allowed foreign nationals to conduct illegal mining on its concessions.
28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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 →