Tarry Kumi
CMS Pro-A&A Southern Industries has denied allegations that it forcefully took over the mining concessions of Narawa Mining Company Limited, insisting its entry was lawful and followed due regulatory processes.
Speaking at a press briefing, Operations Director of the company, Mr. Tarry Kumi, said the company completed all required processes with the Minerals Commission and other relevant institutions.
According to him, at the time of entry, Narawa Mining Company’s licence had been revoked by the Minerals Commission and subsequently awarded to CMS Pro-A&A Southern Industries.
He said management of CMS Pro-A&A consulted Narawa before the takeover and were taken on a tour of the Nsuapemso and Osiem concessions by representatives of Narawa’s previous management. He disclosed that consultations were held with Mr. Amuda Yussif on three separate occasions.
Mr. Kumi also dismissed claims that the takeover was influenced by political figures at the Presidency, specifically rejecting allegations linking it to Alfred Mahama, brother of President John Dramani Mahama.
He alleged that upon entering the concessions, the company discovered illegal mining activities involving over 50 excavators, which were impounded with the assistance of National Security personnel.
He said those responsible were directed to reclaim degraded lands under the supervision of the Environmental Protection Authority.
He added that the company was not engaged in mining operations at the time of the briefing but had entered the concessions to address irregularities.
Commenting on the violence, Mr. Kumi alleged that Narawa Mining Company hired individuals from Accra, Ashaiman, Obuasi and other areas to attack National Security personnel with firearms and machetes, accusing the Managing Director of masterminding the incident.
These allegations have not been independently verified.
Mr. Kumi said CMS Pro-A&A Southern Industries is engaging stakeholders in communities surrounding the concessions through consultation and dialogue, and urged the public to verify its licensing documents at the Minerals Commission.
The dispute over the concessions, the reported revocation and re-award of the licence, and the criminal proceedings remain matters of public interest as investigations continue.
A Daily Guide Report