The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has issued a firm rebuttal to recent media claims suggesting that Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) is resuming or expanding its revenue assurance activities in Ghana’s upstream petroleum and mineral sectors.
In a press release circulated on Wednesday, May 15, 2025, the GRA clarified that the suspension of SML’s services in these critical sectors, which has been in place since April 2024, remains fully enforced pending further review.
The statement directly addressed reports from SML’s fifth-anniversary event where the company hinted at involvement in the upstream petroleum and solid minerals industries, following successful work in the downstream sector.
However, the GRA emphasized that no official directive has been given to SML to recommence or extend its operations in the upstream petroleum and mineral revenue assurance under the 2023 Consolidated Revenue Assurance Services Contract.
“We wish to reiterate that the suspension issued last year remains in effect, and no authorization has been granted for SML to engage in revenue assurance activities within the upstream sectors at this time,” the Authority noted.
The GRA also reassured stakeholders, including operators within the petroleum and mineral industries, and the general public, of its unwavering commitment to protecting Ghana’s revenue interests with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability.
This clarification aims to dispel confusion and reinforce the Authority’s stance on maintaining strict oversight over revenue collection processes in key sectors that significantly contribute to the country’s economy.
As the GRA continues its review, it remains dedicated to working collaboratively with all parties to ensure efficient and lawful mobilization of national resources.
