President John Dramani Mahama has appointed the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi as the Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC).
This appointment, effective January 16, 2025, tasks Mr. Gyamfi with the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), a key promise in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) 2024 manifesto.
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Acting Spokesperson to the President, announced the appointment, highlighting the administration’s commitment to economic revitalisation and sustainable development through the GoldBod initiative.
In his new role, Mr Gyamfi will oversee the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board, a key pledge outlined in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) 2024 manifesto.
The Gold Board is expected to play a significant role in the government’s broader economic revitalisation agenda.
The creation of the Gold Board will be carried out under the guidance of the Minister for Finance.
It is intended to ensure the sustainable management and marketing of Ghana’s gold resources, delivering maximum benefits to the Ghanaian people.
Key areas of focus will include formalising the small-scale gold mining sector and providing essential support services for the mining industry.
