Tang Wei Hits Back: I Have Not Encroached On Panbros Land

A Ghanaian-Chinese investor, Robert Tang Wei, has strongly denied claims that he has on a parcel of land allegedly belonging to Panbros Industries Limited, a salt-producing company located at Gbawe-South West in the Greater Accra Region.

Recent media reports suggested that Panbros Industries was the rightful owner of the land currently being developed by Mr. Tang Wei, accusing the investor of harassment and illegal takeover.

However, speaking to the Media, Mr. Tang Wei refuted the allegations, describing them as completely unfounded. He presented documentary evidence, including a verified Land Title Certificate, to support his ownership of the property.

Official documents from the Lands Commission (Land Registration Division), which The Media has sighted, confirmed that the investor legally acquired the 116.88-acre land from the Gbawe Kwartie Family. The land has been duly registered under certificate number GA 76798.

Sources indicate that the management of Panbros Industries began raising objections only after Mr. Tang Wei commenced the development of a multi-million-cedi industrial and residential project, which includes a plastic factory and a roofing sheet manufacturing plant.

Mr. Tang Wei, who has lived in Ghana since 1998 and has since become a naturalised Ghanaian citizen, is known for his wide-ranging investments in the hospitality, transportation, manufacturing, and retail sectors. His ventures reportedly employ thousands of Ghanaians and contribute significantly to the national economy through taxes.

According to the investor, his current project aims to benefit the surrounding communities by creating more employment opportunities and stimulating local development.

Harassment Allegations Unfounded

Mr. Tang Wei also dismissed claims that he brought in heavily armed officers from the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit of the Ghana Police Service and the National Security Secretariat to intimidate workers of Panbros Industries.

He clarified that he lawfully acquired the land and only requested security protection after experiencing persistent interference and threats from some workers of the salt company.

“As a naturalised Ghanaian and legitimate investor, I have the right to protect my legally acquired property. My business can only thrive in a peaceful environment, and that is why I sought assistance from the security agencies to maintain order,” he said.

Checks by The Media confirm that the National Security Secretariat verified the ownership of the disputed land before extending any form of assistance to the investor.

In a letter dated August 27, 2025, signed by C/SUPOL Osman Alhassan, Director of Investigations, and addressed to the Executive Secretary of the Lands Commission, the Secretariat requested verification of the land title’s authenticity and ownership.

Part of the letter reads: “The National Security Council Secretariat presents its warmest greetings and requests assistance in determining the actual ownership of a parcel of land at Gbawe-South West in the Greater Accra Region, which has become a subject of dispute under investigation.

We would appreciate confirmation of the authenticity of the attached Land Title Certificate and clarification on whose name it has been registered.”

Lands Commission Confirms Ownership

In response, the Lands Commission, through a letter dated September 4, 2025, and signed by SURV. Angelina Awa, Acting Director, confirmed the authenticity of Mr. Tang Wei’s Land Title Certificate after reviewing the original copy submitted for verification.

The Commission’s letter stated: “We have verified the original Land Certificate and hereby confirm its authenticity with the following details: Name: Tang Wei, Certificate Number: GA 76798, Volume: 09, Folio:1730,Survey Plan No:X4136Locality: Gbawe-South West.

The Lands Commission concluded by expressing hope that the information provided would assist the National Security Secretariat in resolving the dispute appropriately.

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