The Minerals Commission has alerted the public to a rise in scam emails. These messages are sent by people pretending to be officials from the commission.
The impostors contact individuals and companies involved in Ghana's mining industry. They use false pretences to ask for money or sensitive personal details.
The commission stated that people should be very careful when they receive emails asking for money. They should verify the sender's identity before sharing any information.
This warning is a measure to protect stakeholders within the mining sector. It aims to prevent them from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.
The Minerals Commission is working to identify and stop these impersonators. They are urging anyone who receives such suspicious emails to report them immediately.
The safety and security of the mining sector's information and finances are a priority. This alert is part of ongoing efforts to prevent financial losses and identity theft.