By Lawrence Odoo /Phalonzy
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has unequivocally defended its revocation of the mining lease held by Adamus Resources Limited, asserting that the decision is anchored solely in statutory compliance and devoid of any political undercurrents.
Speaking on GTV’s Current Agenda on Saturday, May 2, 2026, the Ministry’s PRO, Paa Kwasi Schandorf, clarified that Adamus Resources was found to have contravened critical provisions of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), following rigorous investigations conducted by the Minerals Commission, the sector’s principal regulatory authority.
Mr. Schandorf disclosed that preliminary apprehensions regarding the company’s operations prompted a regional inquiry in the Western Region, which was subsequently corroborated by a more exhaustive national-level investigation to authenticate the findings.
According to him, both reports substantiated a litany of infractions, including the unauthorized transfer of mining rights, flagrant environmental violations, and operational irregularities inconsistent with statutory mandates.
He further revealed that the probe exposed troubling discrepancies in gold output declarations, which he said “raised red flags” and constituted a material component of the regulatory intervention.
He elaborated that, pursuant to law, mining entities are obligated to secure ministerial approval prior to transferring concessions or engaging third parties, yet Adamus allegedly circumvented this requirement for years.
“The decision was taken purely on the basis of the law and the findings of the regulators,” he said, adding that authorities are prepared to pursue legal action if wrongdoing is proven, including possible prosecution of individuals involved.
Mr. Schandorf emphasized that the government places paramount importance on environmental stewardship and public safety over commercial gain, insisting that mining enterprises must adhere stringently to national regulatory frameworks.
He noted that while the law empowers the Minister to revoke licenses under such circumstances, Adamus was subsequently afforded an opportunity to engage the Ministry as part of ongoing administrative protocols.
He maintained that the government’s action signifies a resolute tightening of enforcement within the extractive sector and forms part of a broader commitment to entrench responsible resource governance across Ghana.