Accra: A mining consultant, Ing Wisdom Edem Gomashie, has officially filed a Right to Information (RTI) request to the Minerals Commission of Ghana, seeking extensive data on mining operations, lease renewals, and revenue flows within the industry.
According to Ghana Web, the request, issued in a letter on March 31, 2026, is grounded in the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989), emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in managing Ghana's mineral resources. Gomashie's actions align with the commission's mandate under the Minerals Commission Act, 1993 (Act 450). In his formal request, he highlighted the importance of transparency and effective management of the country's natural resources.
The information sought is in the public interest, focusing on governance and regulatory oversight within Ghana's mining sector, with attention to both large-scale and small-scale mining activities. Gomashie is demanding a detailed list of all multinational large-scale mining companies currently operating in Ghana, including their lease grant and expiry dates, and companies that have applied for lease renewals or extensions since January 2024.
He requested information about companies whose lease renewal applications have been rejected, including reasons for such decisions, along with production data for both large-scale and small-scale mining operations. Concerns were raised about revenue implications following the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140), questioning the potential reassignment of revenue streams from the Minerals Commission.
The RTI request also seeks copies or summaries of proposed amendments to Ghana's mining policy framework and the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), in addition to monitoring and evaluation reports on large-scale mining companies for 2024 and 2025. Gomashie further sought clarification on the institutional role of the Minerals Commission in geological investigations conducted with the Ghana Geological Survey Authority under the Ghana Gold Board framework.
Additionally, Gomashie demanded data on management-level personnel within multinational mining firms, including their roles and nationality distribution between Ghanaians and expatriates. The filing also addresses the Damang Gold Mine, requesting a non-confidential summary or extract of technical assessment reports following its transfer from Gold Fields Ghana Limited to the Government of Ghana.
He concluded by emphasizing the importance of timely disclosure, stating that the requested information should be provided within the timelines stipulated under the RTI law.