Minority blocks laying of lithium mining agreement

The Minority in Parliament has blocked the lithium mining agreement between Ghana and Barari DV of Australia.

The government granted Barari DV Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of Atlantic Lithium Limited, a 15-year lease to mine lithium at Ewoyaa in the Central Region, with enhanced terms for Ghana's benefit.

Deputy Minority Whip Ahmed Ibrahim accused the majority of attempting to pass the agreement secretly.

Civil society groups, including IMANI Africa, criticized the deal, claiming it shortchanges Ghana despite increased royalty and participation rates.

The Minority threatened to disrupt parliamentary business if attendance does not improve.