Accra, Ghana – April 30, 2024 – Adamus Resources Limited CEO Angela List vehemently denied allegations of illegal mining and a link to galamsey activities following the government’s revocation of the company’s mining lease. List stated the company has submitted extensive evidence to support its position and is cooperating with a government review of the matter.
Context of Revocation
The government’s decision to revoke Adamus Resources’ mining lease came after findings of alleged regulatory breaches. These included accusations of illegal mining, environmental violations, and unauthorized subcontracting.
In response to the revocation, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources established a ministerial committee. This committee is tasked with reviewing a petition submitted by Adamus Resources for reconsideration of the lease revocation.
An interim management team has also been deployed to oversee operations at the Adamus mine during this review period.
Adamus CEO’s Defense
Speaking after presenting a petition to the government, Ms. List asserted that Adamus Mine has consistently acted as a responsible large-scale mining entity. She emphasized that the company has no involvement in galamsey, a term used locally for illegal small-scale mining.
“As you know, we consider ourselves one of the responsible large-scale mining companies,” Ms. List stated. “We have presented here ample evidence of all the actions that we have taken over the years, trying to combat the menace of illegal mining.”
She further argued that as the mining leaseholder, the company has no incentive to engage in illegal mining. “I will never condone that,” she added.
Petition and Evidence Submission
Adamus Resources has formally petitioned the government, seeking a reconsideration of the lease revocation. Ms. List expressed hope that the presented evidence will be thoroughly considered through due process.
“It is our fervent hope that the petition we have presented, which details all the documentary evidence refuting the allegations that were levelled against us by the Minerals Commission, will be considered in light of all this evidence,” she explained.
The company has submitted substantial documentary evidence, which they believe will address the concerns raised by the Minerals Commission and aid in the government’s review.
Industry Support and Cooperation
Ms. List described the recent developments as unfortunate. She took the opportunity to express gratitude to the company’s workers, partners, banks, and the media for their continued support.
She particularly commended the resilience of the staff during this challenging period. Ms. List also acknowledged the roles of the President and the Lands Minister, appreciating the opportunity provided to the company to present its case legally.
Adamus Resources has reaffirmed its commitment to cooperating with any supervisory arrangements the government may put in place as the review process unfolds.
Looking Ahead
The outcome of the ministerial committee’s review and the government’s final decision on the petition will be closely watched by the mining industry in Ghana. The case highlights the ongoing tension between large-scale mining operations and regulatory oversight, particularly concerning illegal mining activities. Stakeholders will be observing how due process is applied and whether the evidence presented by Adamus Resources leads to a reversal of the lease revocation, setting a precedent for future disputes.
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