The Lands and Natural Resources Minister-designate, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has pledged that there will be no new mining activities in forest reserves when his nomination is approved.
The Ellembelle MP has said his position aligns with President John Mahama’s commitment to protect and ensure sustainable natural resource management.
The nominee made this strong commitment during his vetting before the Parliamentary Vetting Committee on Monday, January 27, 2025.
“We have said that there will be no new mining activities in forest reserves, and the intention is to make sure that L.I. 2462 is amended to ensure that the provision allowing for mining in reserves is not in place,” he said.
Emphasizing his commitment, Mr. Buah stressed that the amendment of Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2462 would be one of his first major undertakings if given the mandate.
He expressed his firm commitment by adding, “If you give me the chance, my first activity will be to ensure that there will be no new mining activities in forest reserves.”
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