Maxwell Ofosu Challenges Sammy Gyamfi’s Mining Licence Remarks, Cites Chairman Wontumi’s Case

Maxwell Ofosu, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Communications Team, has questioned remarks attributed to Sammy Gyamfi suggesting that miners can now operate before obtaining licences. In a post shared on social media, Mr Ofosu asked: “If Sammy Gyamfi suggests that miners can now operate before obtaining licences, then why is Chairman Wontumi in jail?”

The question appears aimed at highlighting what Mr Ofosu sees as an inconsistency between the position attributed to Mr Gyamfi, who is the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and the legal predicament of Chairman Wontumi, a prominent NPP figure. The reference to Chairman Wontumi being in jail points to the enforcement of mining regulations and the consequences of operating without proper licences.

By framing the issue as a question, Mr Ofosu is inviting the public to consider whether the same standards are being applied across the political divide. The post adds to the ongoing political debate over small-scale mining, licensing and enforcement.

The exchange reflects the heightened political tension around illegal mining and the regulation of the sector, with both major parties trading accusations over how the issue has been handled. Mr Ofosu’s comment is likely to fuel further discussion about consistency in the enforcement of mining laws.

Neither Sammy Gyamfi nor representatives of Chairman Wontumi have responded publicly to the specific question raised in the post. The matter is expected to continue featuring in political discourse as the mining debate unfolds.