Minerals Commission (Ghana) has raised an alarm over a growing number of fraud cases involving individuals posing as its officials to deceive people within the country’s mining sector.

In a statement issued on March 16, 2026, by its Corporate Communications Department, the Commission said it has received multiple reports of scammers using fake identities to target the public, investors, and companies operating in the industry.

According to the Commission, the fraudsters are reaching out through unofficial emails and digital platforms, pretending to be staff members and offering assistance with processes such as acquiring mineral licences, permits, registrations, and making payments.

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It explained that these individuals often attempt to take advantage of unsuspecting victims by demanding money or requesting sensitive personal and corporate information under the guise of helping them navigate official procedures.

The Commission stressed that it has no connection to these activities and cautioned stakeholders not to fall for such schemes.

“These communications are fraudulent and do not originate from the Commission or any of its authorised officers,” it stated.

It further clarified that it does not conduct official business through private or unofficial channels, warning that any such requests should be treated as suspicious.

“It does not request payments or confidential information through unofficial channels, private email accounts, or third-party intermediaries,” it added.

Reassuring the public, the Commission noted that all legitimate communications are carried out through its recognised institutional channels and urged stakeholders to verify any information they receive before taking action.

“All official correspondence… are conducted through authorised institutional channels,” it stated.

The Commission is therefore encouraging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious messages or requests for verification, as it works to protect stakeholders and maintain trust within Ghana’s mining sector.



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