10 h. ago ‘Green mining’ the solution to galamsey and environmental crisis – Lands Minister

The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has declared “Green Mining” as the definitive strategy to curb illegal mining (galamsey), which poses an “existential threat” to Ghana's sustainable growth.

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16 h. ago Ghana calls for fair climate finance and strong global environmental rules at UNEA

Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has called on world leaders for fair climate finance and firm global environmental rules.

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21 h. ago Government Withdraws Lithium Mining Agreement From Parliament For Consultations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-withdraws-lithium-mining-agreement-from-parliament-for-consultations/Government withdrew the revised lithium mining agreement from Parliament on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, following mounting criticism from civil society organizations, industry specialists, and lawmakers across party lines. Deputy Lands and Natural Resources Minister Yusif Sulemana announced the withdrawal before Parliament, explaining the decision would allow broader stakeholder engagement. The move came after policy think […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-withdraws-lithium-mining-agreement-from-parliament-for-consultations/

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42 h. ago Gov’t withdraws lithium agreement for further stakeholder consultations

The government has withdrawn the controversial lithium agreement from Parliament to allow for broader consultations with key stakeholders, the Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Alhaji Yusif Sulemana, announced on Wednesday.

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8 d. ago Lands minister confirms 5% lithium royalty, cabinet to approve comprehensive guidelines

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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8 d. ago Gov’t introduces sliding royalty system to boost Ghana’s gains when lithium prices surge

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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2 w. ago Deputy Minister’s Kyebi Water Claim Sparks Parliamentary Row

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-ministers-kyebi-water-claim-sparks-parliamentary-row/A controversy has erupted in Parliament after Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources Yusif Sulemana alleged that residents of Kyebi in the Eastern Region once drank water from the same source as pigs. The statement, made during a Friday debate on the impact of illegal mining, has triggered sharp criticism, calls for retraction, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-ministers-kyebi-water-claim-sparks-parliamentary-row/

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2 w. ago Fury in Parliament as Kyebi youth hit back over Deputy Lands Minister’s ‘drinking with pigs’ claim

A storm erupted in Parliament after Yusif Sulemana, the Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, claimed that residents of Kyebi once drank water from the same source as pigs.

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2 w. ago He’s formidable, credible and most marketed – Abu Jinapor on why the NPP will retain Dr Bawumia as flagbearer

MP for Damongo and former Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, John Abu Jinapor, has paid glowing tribute to the character and competence of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as he rallied the NPP to retain him as its Presidential Candidate.

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4 w. ago Bright Simons accuses government of using unverifiable figures to justify lithium‑royalty cut

Policy analyst Bright Simons has challenged the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources’ claim that lithium prices have collapsed from over US$3,000 per tonne to just above US$630, a figure cited by the mines minister to justify reducing Ghana’s royalty rate on the country’s first lithium mine. 

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4 w. ago Fellow Ghanaians – Lithium, Loopholes, and Lessons: Parliament Must Not Fast

Fellow Ghanaians, There is a very simple test of seriousness in public life — when a country discovers something the whole world wants, do its leaders sell the resource for the benefit of all, or sell the country for the benefit of a few? This week, as the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources presented […]

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4 w. ago Mfantseman–Saltpond Development Alliance commends gov’t for submitting revised Lithium Lease to Parliament

The Mfantseman–Saltpond Development Alliance (MSDA) has commended the Government of Ghana and the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources for submitting the revised Mining Lease Agreement with Barari DV Ghana Limited to Parliament for ratification.

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4 w. ago Lands Minister inaugurates Investor Selection Committee for VALCO modernisation and alumina refinery development

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has inaugurated an Investor Selection Committee established by the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) under the guidance of the Ministry. The committee is tasked with evaluating and recommending a strategic partner from proposals received for the VALCO modernisation project and the development of Ghana’s first alumina refinery.

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last month Ghana Parliament Faces Contentious Review of Atlantic Lithium Mining Lease

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-parliament-faces-contentious-review-of-atlantic-lithium-mining-lease/Atlantic Lithium’s long-delayed Ewoyaa mining lease has sparked fresh controversy after being reintroduced to Parliament, with former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor raising objections about terms he claims are less favorable than the agreement his administration negotiated. The mining lease for what would become Ghana’s first lithium mine has remained unratified for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-parliament-faces-contentious-review-of-atlantic-lithium-mining-lease/

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