Minerals Commission warns of surge in fraudulent emails impersonating staff
The Minerals Commission has alerted the public to a recent increase in fraudulent emails and messages from people pretending to be its staff.
In a statement released on Monday, March 16, 2026, the Commission said scammers are targeting the public, investors, and mining companies through unofficial email addresses and digital platforms.
These impersonators falsely offer services such as mineral licenses, permits, registrations, payments, or other regulatory assistance, and sometimes ask for money or sensitive personal information.
The Commission stressed that “these communications are fraudulent and do not come from the Commission or any of its authorized officers. The Commission does not request payments or confidential information through unofficial channels, personal email accounts, or third parties.”
Stakeholders are advised to carefully verify all messages and avoid sharing sensitive information or making payments to anyone claiming to represent the Commission. Suspicious communications should be reported immediately for verification and appropriate action.
The notice reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of Ghana’s mineral administration system and protecting the interests of legitimate players in the mining sector. All official correspondence is conducted only through authorized institutional channels.
This warning forms part of the Commission’s broader efforts to prevent fraud and safeguard the public from scams exploiting its name.
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