President John Dramani Mahama has firmly stated that his administration has not granted a single mining licence for operations within Ghana’s forest reserves since returning to office.
Speaking during his media encounter in Accra on Wednesday, September 10, President Mahama addressed growing concerns about illegal mining and environmental degradation, assuring the public of his government’s strong commitment to environmental protection.
“Let me be clear,” he said. “Since my administration resumed office, not a single licence has been issued to any company to mine in our forest reserves.”
President Mahama also announced that his government is intensifying efforts to combat illegal mining, which has long threatened Ghana’s environment and natural resources.
The President said a dedicated national task force has been deployed to tackle the menace, with significant gains already recorded.
He disclosed that the task force’s operations have led to the seizure of hundreds of excavators, water pumps, and other heavy equipment used in illegal mining activities.
According to him, the disruption of these networks marks a decisive step toward protecting water bodies and restoring degraded lands.
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