In a decisive move to combat illegal mining, Ghana’s Lands Minister has revoked all small-scale mining licences granted after December 7, 2024, citing irregularities and lack of due process.
Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah, host of For the Records podcast and former Angel FM presenter, was allegedly arrested near Kingsby Hotel in Achimota, sparking condemnation from NPP leaders who describe the move as a threat to press freedom and democracy.
Armed National Security operatives have raided the house of former BoG Governor, Dr Ernest Addison, just a month after a similar operation at former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's home.
