The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has held successful discussions with chiefs and residents of Ewoyaa and adjoining communities regarding the government’s lithium agreement.
During an extensive community engagement on Tuesday, December 16, representatives from the Ministry interacted with opinion leaders and stakeholders to outline government’s vision for lithium exploration in the area.
Speaking on behalf of Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the delegation leader, Mahmoud Kabore, apologised for the withdrawal of the agreement and the inconvenience it had caused the community. He explained that the withdrawal was intended to allow for further consultations.
Accompanied by the Ministry’s Media Relations Officer, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, Mr Kabore emphasised that the government’s goal is to develop a progressive agreement benefiting both the Ewoyaa community and the country, adding that the Lands Minister is fully committed to achieving this outcome.
Responding to the remarks, the chiefs of Ewoyaa and Krampah thanked government for the engagement and the work done on the agreement so far. They, however, expressed concern over the slow pace of ratification and urged the Minister to expedite Parliament’s approval, citing the impact of delays on local livelihoods.
Some residents also voiced frustration over the delay, appealing to government to intervene promptly. In response, Mr Kabore reassured them that the government remains committed to ratifying the agreement in due course.
The General Manager of Atlantic Lithium, Ahmed Salim, and the MCE for Mfantsiman, Mr Eric Stanley Acquah, echoed the assurances, noting that the delays would soon be resolved.
By the end of the engagement, chiefs and residents welcomed government’s assurances while urging greater urgency in finalising the agreement.
Earlier, on Monday, December 15, 2025, the Lands Ministry held a meeting with CSOs to refine the lithium agreement, which has now been withdrawn from Parliament. According to the Ministry, further community engagements will be held before presenting a new deal to Parliament.
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