Joseph Yamin and others forcibly tried to grab bullion bars from our head workplace – PMMC
The Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC) has accused Joseph Yamin, the National Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and others of trying to intervene with bullion bars belonging to the Bank of Ghana (BoG).
The PMMC made this disclosure in a press assertion issued on Wednesday, 18th December, following an incident that occurred on Tuesday, seventeenth December.
According to the assertion, the bullion bars in query are a part of the Bank of Ghana’s Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP), a key initiative geared toward strengthening Ghana’s gold reserves and bolstering the nation’s financial system.
The PMMC revealed that the interference led to a standoff, which required the intervention of the Police. After a number of hours, it was agreed that the bullion bars be transferred to the Greater Accra Regional Police Command for safekeeping whereas efforts had been made to resolve the problem.
The PMMC additionally famous {that a} non-public exporter, who’s duly licensed to hold out gold exports, was affected by the disruption. The gold within the exporter’s possession was being processed for export when the incident occurred.
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The firm described the occasion as “unfortunate,” stating that it disrupted lawful operations and created pointless stress.
In its assertion, the PMMC condemned the incident, calling it an “unlawful action” that might injury Ghana’s worldwide repute within the bullion market. The firm warned that such disruptions undermine the arrogance of worldwide gold consumers and pose a danger to Ghana’s standing as a trusted participant within the world gold commerce.
The PMMC urged all stakeholders to behave responsibly to guard the nation’s financial pursuits and worldwide credibility.
“The Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), which by law acts as the National Assayer, has noted with deep concern an incident at the National Assay Centre located at the Aviance Cargo Terminal, where a mob led by a gentleman who identified himself as Mr. Joseph Yamin, the National Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), forcibly attempted to seize bullion bars being processed by PMMC for the Central Bank of Ghana.”
“The incident occurred on Tuesday, 17th December 2024, between the hours of 16:00 GMT and lasted until about midnight.”
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