President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mr. Biadela Mortey Akpadzi as chairman of the newly inaugurated Ghana Gold Board Tribunal.
The appointment is in step with Part 55 of the Ghana Gold Board Act, which offers for the institution of the Tribunal to strengthen governance and accountability within the gold sector.
The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on Tuesday inaugurated the Tribunal, which additionally consists of Ms. Hamidu Mariam and Mr. Justin Pwavra Teriwajah as members.
The finance minister congratulated the appointees and guaranteed them that authorities would quickly appoint a Registrar and supply employees to assist the efficient functioning of the Tribunal.
The Tribunal will take into account appeals on choices made by the Gold Board, notably issues regarding licensing and rulings of the Dispute Decision Committee.
By: Jacob Aggrey
