The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) has hosted its maiden Vendor Engagement Seminar, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening local content and participation in Ghana’s oil and gas industry.
The CEO of Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Kwame Ntow Amoah, has been appointed Chairman of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO), marking a significant milestone for Ghana’s leadership in the continent’s energy sector. The appointment was formalised during a handover ceremony at the 7th APPO National Oil Companies CEOs Meeting in Accra today, where […]
This flagship APPO platform will bring together CEOs and senior executives from 19 African oil-producing nations to engage in strategic dialogue on regional collaboration, innovation, and sustainability in Africa’s petroleum sector.
The Acting Chief Executive Officer of GNPC, Kwame Ntow Amoah, signing on behalf of GNPC, said, “The agreement marks a significant step forward in maximising the value of Ghana’s data assets while ensuring transparency and collaboration between the National Oil Company and the Regulator.”
Under the terms of the MoU, the partners have committed to drilling up to 20 additional wells in the Jubilee field, with investments totalling up to $2 billion over the life of the licences. The partners expect a material increase in gross 2P (proven and probable) reserves, while new measures will also aim to boost gas supply and reduce costs to consumers.
Ghana currently supplies about 425 million standard cubic feet of natural gas per day (MMscfd), sourced from the Jubilee and TEN fields, the Sankofa-Gye Nyame field, and imports from Nigeria. This gas supports nearly 70% of the country’s electricity generation.
According to the statement, the agreement brings together Tullow Oil plc, Kosmos Energy, PetroSA, the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), and Explorco, and will see the West Cape Three Points (WCTP) and Deep Water Tano (DWT) licences—home to the Jubilee and 10 fields—extended by 15 years.
Edward Bawa, in his first official statement since assuming office outlined a vision centered on fostering stronger collaborations with industry partners to attract increased investments and drive growth in the petroleum sector.
In a statement, GNPC expressed its confidence in Mr Bawa’s leadership, emphasising his extensive experience and strategic vision for the Corporation.
The 2024 semi-annual report of the Public Interests and Accountability Committee revealed the corporation had not set aside funds to support its operations after a 15-year timeline expiration.