Ghana’s Lands Minister Issues 7-Day Ultimatum to Resolve Gold Project Dispute
Ghana’s Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has ordered two mining companies to settle their ownership battle within 7 days. The ultimatum targets Azumah Resources Ghana Limited and Engineers & Planners (E&P) over their disputed control of the Black Volta Gold Project.
The Minister issued the directive through an official letter to both companies, according to GraphicOnline reports. The document warns against further escalation of the conflict that has stalled progress on the valuable mining venture.
The Black Volta Gold Project represents a significant mining asset in Ghana’s resource sector. Both Azumah Resources and Engineers & Planners claim legitimate ownership rights to the project, creating a legal standoff that has attracted government intervention.
Minister Armah-Kofi Buah’s 7-day deadline reflects the government’s urgency to resolve mining disputes that could impact Ghana’s economic development. The ultimatum suggests potential regulatory action if the companies fail to reach an agreement independently.
The dispute highlights ongoing challenges in Ghana’s mining sector, where ownership conflicts can delay project development and reduce investor confidence. The government’s direct intervention demonstrates its commitment to maintaining stability in the country’s crucial mining industry.
Neither Azumah Resources nor Engineers & Planners have publicly responded to the Minister’s ultimatum. The companies now face pressure to negotiate a resolution before the deadline expires, potentially avoiding further government intervention in their business operations.
