By Emmanuel Gamson
Takoradi, May 6 (GNA) — The Western Nzema Youth League commended the government for revoking Adamus Resources Limited’s mining license, describing the move as bold and necessary to safeguard the environment, protect livelihoods, and restore accountability in Ghana’s extractive sector.
Dr Patrick Ekye Kwesie, Leader of the WNYL, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) in an interview that, for years, some communities within the Nzema area had raised concerns about the environmental and social impact of the company’s operations.
He noted that issues such as land degradation, water pollution, and inadequate community engagement had been persistent sources of tension between the company and residents, adding that the government’s action was a response to these longstanding grievances.
“The decision to revoke the license is not only justified but essential, because our lands, rivers, and future generations must not be sacrificed for short-term economic gains,” he said.
Dr Kwesie emphasised that while mining remained a key contributor to Ghana’s economy, it must be conducted in a manner that respects environmental standards and the rights of host communities.
“The revocation of Adamus Resources license represents not just a regulatory action, but renewed hope for a future where development aligns with environmental stewardship and community well-being,” he added.
He also called for increased transparency in the process of reallocating mining rights, stressing that authorities must ensure any future investors are thoroughly vetted and held to higher environmental and social governance standards.
Dr Kwesie further urged the government to strengthen monitoring and enforcement mechanisms within the mining sector, noting that regulatory institutions must be adequately empowered and resourced to carry out their mandates effectively.
GNA
Edited by Justina Hilda Paaga/Audrey Dekalu
Reporter: Emmanuel Gamson
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