By Adnan Adams Mohammed
The Minerals Commission of Ghana has forcefully denied allegations by Narawa Company Limited that its mining leases were unlawfully revoked and transferred to third parties, asserting that the revocation was fully justified due to an unpaid financial debt exceeding US$909,000.
In an official response issued Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the sector regulator pushed back against claims that it acted outside statutory frameworks when terminating Narawa’s mineral rights over the Nsutam and Osiem concessions in the Eastern Region. The Commission explained that the company had repeatedly failed to clear its outstanding statutory obligations totaling $909,127, despite being granted multiple opportunities to settle the debt.
“The termination of the leases remains in full force and effect,” the Minerals Commission stated. “Following the termination, Narawa ceased to hold any valid mineral right, interest, or entitlement to the Nsutam and Osiem concession areas.”
Addressing claims by Narawa that its former operational site was unlawfully handed over to another entity, the Commission clarified that current operators within the concession areas are acting strictly in compliance with national mining laws and regulatory directives.
The regulatory body also criticized Narawa for attempting to wage a public campaign over a matter that is already before a formal arbitration panel following legal action initiated by the company in December 2025.
“It is improper and misleading for Narawa to resort to media trials with false allegations when the same substantive matter is before a court of competent jurisdiction,” the statement noted. “The matter is currently pending, and until a final determination is made, the termination of the leases remains in full force and effect.”
Reaffirming its commitment to upholding the rule of law in the administration of Ghana’s natural resources, the regulatory body emphasized that public commentary will not disrupt formal legal proceedings.
“The Minerals Commission remains committed to the transparent and lawful administration of Ghana’s mineral resources and will not be swayed by attempts to misinform the public or circumvent due legal process,” the Commission affirmed.
The dispute over the Nsutam and Osiem concessions remains pending before the arbitration panel, with the Minerals Commission insisting that established legal channels must determine the final outcome.
