Akufo-Addo’s Administration Issues 102 Mining Licenses in Final Days of his Term

A startling revelation has emerged from the Ghana Mining Repository, indicating that the outgoing administration of former President Akufo-Addo issued an astonishing 102 mining-related licenses in the final week of his term.
This sudden surge in license approvals, which took place between January 1st and January 6th, has raised questions about the motivations behind this move.
According to the data, a total of 103 licenses were issued in 2025, with a staggering 102 of them being granted in the last week of the Akufo-Addo administration.
The licenses issued by the outgoing administration include small-scale mining licenses, prospecting licenses, and mining support services licenses.
This move has sparked debate, with some critics arguing that it was a last-ditch effort to favor certain individuals or companies.
The timing of these license approvals has raised serious concern, given that the Akufo-Addo administration was in its final days.
It is utterly clear that Akufo Addo behind the menace of illegal mining , but it is evident that the current government leadership under John mahama will surely a different approach to curb the situation.
The implications of this move are still unfolding, but it is clear that the current government will be scrutinizing the licenses issued by its predecessor.Bethren, as the dust settles, it remains to be seen how this development will impact the mining industry and the country’s economic landscape.
Source: Phalonzy