A petition has been filed with the Inspector General of Police (IGP) calling for an investigation into comments made by the President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) over a proposed “mass action” against Gold Fields Ghana.
The petition, submitted by financial and economic journalist and mining health and safety professional Adnan Adams Mohammed, also Executive Director of Muyad Social Services, follows public statements attributed to the student leader concerning the renewal of mining leases for Gold Fields Ghana.
The NUGS President was widely reported on May 30, 2026, to have warned of nationwide “mass action” if government proceeds with the statutory renewal of the company’s mining lease.
In the petition, the remarks are described as inflammatory and potentially inciting unlawful activity, with concerns raised about possible threats to public order and national security.
The petitioner argues that the comments reflect a misinterpretation of constitutional and mining laws, including provisions under the 1992 Constitution and the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703).
He further contends that any call for disruptive action against mining operations could undermine investor confidence and Ghana’s reputation as a stable destination for foreign direct investment.
The petition is requesting the police service to invite the NUGS President for questioning over the comments, issue a formal warning regarding potential legal consequences of unlawful demonstrations, and enhance security around mining installations.
The IGP has yet to publicly respond to the petition.
