Mr. Gregory Isenor reports

ALMA GOLD ANNOUNCES THE RETIREMENT OF DIRECTOR JEAN-MARC GAGNON

Jean-Marc Gagnon has retired from Alma Gold Inc.'s board of directors and as vice-president, exploration, effective Jan. 12, 2026.

Mr. Gagnon has had a long career in the mineral industry, with a particular focus on gold exploration in West Africa. His contributions to Alma Gold and to the broader exploration sector have been invaluable. The company wishes to thank Mr. Gagnon for his contributions and dedication during his tenure with Alma Gold and wishes him the very best in his retirement. Mr. Gagnon has agreed to remain with the company as a consultant to support an orderly transition.

The company is in the process of evaluating candidates to fill the vacancy and will provide an update in due course.

Gregory Isenor, president and chief executive officer of Alma Gold, stated: "I have worked with Jean-Marc for 25 years in West Africa, and he played a key role in the gold discoveries we made with Jilbey Gold, Merrex Gold, Roscan Gold and Sylla Gold. He has helped position Alma Gold with an excellent land package in Guinea that is ready to drill."

About Alma Gold Inc.

Alma Gold is a gold-focused exploration company based in Bedford, N.S. Alma Gold through its subsidiary Karita Gold Corp. is exploring the Karita West project in northern Guinea and the Dialakoro project permits under application in the Siguiri basin of Guinea.

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