Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Kofi Armah has disclosed that Akonta Mining has not only trespassed into protected reserves but has become a criminal syndicate, selling access of the Aboi Forest Reserve to illegal miners for a staggering GHC 300,000 per concession.
He says these illegal miners operate under Akonta's protection, devastating the River Tano and surrounding forests with impunity. Emmanuel Armah Kofi made this known when he addressed the press on Monday, April 21, 2025 The Minister revealed that "they have encroached on compartments 49 and 121 of the Tano Nimri forest reserve".
Other revelations from the Minister include "One Mr.
Ayisi (a representative of Akonta Mining) is the liaison on these dealings - he serves as the gatekeeper, negotiating fees and granting illegal access.
