The Minerals Commission has dismissed allegations made by the Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Yusif Sulemana, against the Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Samuel A. Jinapor. Apexnewsgh reports
Sulemana claimed that Jinapor granted mining concessions to foreign entities without proper consultation, leading to tensions in the Bole-Bamboi constituency.
In a press statement on Monday, June 24, the Commission described the allegations as baseless and unfounded, emphasizing that no mineral rights can be granted without consulting relevant persons and institutions affected by the mineral operations. The Commission highlighted its commitment to following legal and regulatory procedures, ensuring all relevant parties are consulted and given the opportunity to voice their concerns.
According to the Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) and the Minerals and Mining (Licensing) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2176), the Commission publishes a notice in the Gazette and serves copies to relevant landowners, Chiefs, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assembly (MMDA), and other interested groups and stakeholders, allowing them to raise concerns.
The Commission urged the public to disregard the false narrative propagated by the MP, reiterating its commitment to transparency and legal procedures in granting mineral rights. The statement emphasized that the Commission follows strict guidelines to ensure all relevant parties are consulted, and their concerns are addressed.
The allegations by Sulemana claimed that the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources allocated lands to over 7 large-scale miners without proper stakeholder consultations, leading to clashes between youth and soldiers guarding the mining sites. However, the Minerals Commission’s statement reaffirmed its dedication to upholding the law and ensuring responsible mineral operations.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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