Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 22, 2026) - Akanda Corp. (NASDAQ: AKAN) (the "Company") today announced the cancellation of the special meeting of shareholders that was to be held at 10:00 am est on Monday, May 25, 2026, which was originally scheduled for March 31, 2026, adjourned to Monday, April 27, 2026 and subsequently further adjourned.

A quorum for the transaction of business at the Meeting requires the presence, in person or by proxy, of at least two shareholders holding not less than 10% of the Company's outstanding shares entitled to vote. As it does not appear that this threshold will be met, no business can be conducted.

About Akanda Corp.

Akanda Corp., through its cannabis subsidiary with operations in Canada, is seeking to cultivate and distribute high-quality cannabis and wellness products that improve lives. Its mission is to provide safe, reliable, and accessible cannabis products to consumers worldwide while promoting sustainable business practices.

First Towers & Fiber Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Akanda Corp., is focused on tower development and operating its 700+km fiber optic network in the attractive wireless market of Mexico, with an intention to expand to other Latin American countries.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Source: Akanda Corp