Ghanaians have raised alarm over attempts by government to influence the transition process of the Damang Gold Mine in favour of a company linked to Ibrahim Mahama.
The concerns come amid a high-stakes transition of the Damang Mine from Gold Fields Ghana to a new operator, following the government’s decision not to renew the company’s mining lease.
Many argue that the process, expected to culminate on April 18, 2026, has been characterised by unusual speed and limited transparency, raising what they describe as “red flags” over fairness and due process.
At the centre of the controversy is Engineers & Planners (E&P), a firm owned by Mr. Mahama, who is also the brother of former President John Dramani Mahama. E&P has reportedly emerged as the top bidder in the tender process, scoring over 93 percent in the technical evaluation.
