By Francis Kobena Tandoh
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Adamus Resources Limited Angela List said on Thursday allegations linking the company to illegal mining activities, popularly known as ‘galamsey’ is not a true representation of the facts.
According to the CEO, the company operates strictly within the legal framework governing mining in Ghana and adheres to all environmental and regulatory standards emphasizing that Adamus Resources maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward illegal mining and has put in place measures to prevent unauthorized activities on its concession.
She explained that the company has submitted extensive documentary evidence to support its position and is confident that the materials will help clear concerns raised by the Minerals Commission as the government reviews the situation.
List stressed that Adamus Mine has, over the years, taken deliberate steps to support the fight against illegal mining rather than contribute to it.
“As you know, we consider ourselves one of the responsible large-scale mining companies. 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. As the mining leaseholder, we have no reason to engage in illegal mining. I will never condone that,” she said.
The CEO further noted that the company continues to collaborate with state authorities and local communities to safeguard its operations and protect the environment.
She urged the public to disregard the claims, describing them as misleading and not reflective of the company’s operations.
Her comments come at a time government has revoked the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited following findings of regulatory breaches, including illegal mining activities, environmental violations, and unauthorised subcontracting.
Following the revocation, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has set up a ministerial committee to review a petition for reconsideration, while an interim management team has been deployed to oversee operations at the mine.
List said the company has formally petitioned government and is hopeful that the evidence presented will be carefully examined in line with 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 stated.
She also acknowledged recent developments surrounding the issue, describing them as unfortunate, while expressing appreciation to workers, partners, banks, and the media for their support.
“We regret the series of events that have ensued over the last few days. I would like to thank the workers, our partners, our banks and the general public for showing support, especially the workers who have been resilient and continued to work under the circumstances,” she added.
List further commended the President, the Lands Minister for what she described as allowing the company a fair opportunity to be heard under the law. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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