A new governing Board for the Forestry Commission has been officially sworn in to lead Ghana’s fight against illegal mining and other threats to the nation’s forests and wildlife. The Board’s mandate includes ensuring good governance and operational efficiency, providing strategic policy direction, and monitoring performance and compliance.
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources emphasized the critical role of forests to Ghana’s economy, environment, and rural livelihoods, and expressed concern over the growing pressures of illegal mining, uncontrolled logging, and wildfires. The Board has been tasked with combating illegal mining in forest reserves, improving staff welfare, and securing sustainable financing for long-term sector growth.
The Board Chairman, Prof. Martin Oteng-Ababio, pledged proactive leadership and promised to work on the ground alongside forest guards to reclaim and protect Ghana’s forests. The newly inaugurated Board comprises experts from academia, traditional leadership, industry, and civil society.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
