Ghana: NPA Announces 268 Fuel Stations For 24-Hour Operations In Four Regions

Ghana’s downstream petroleum regulator, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), has announced the selection of 268 fuel stations across four regions, as well as eight depots and two refineries, for the pilot implementation of 24-hour operations in the downstream petroleum sector.

The Authority named the selected facilities as BOST Depots in Kumasi, Accra Plains Depot (APD) near Kpone Barrier, Tema Tank Farm, TFC, Vana Energy in Tema, Quantum Terminals in Tema, Ghanstock Depot in Takoradi, Zen Terminals in Takoradi, Tema Oil Refinery, and Sentuo Oil Refinery.

Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, disclosed this during the launch of the pilot programme in Accra on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

The selected fuel stations are located in the Greater Accra, Ashanti, Western, and Northern regions.

According to the regulator, the phased approach will enable the Authority to test systems, refine operational models, and ensure that the transition is efficient, safe, and sustainable.

Central to this effort, he said, will be the deployment of modern technology for real-time monitoring and the introduction of a structured workforce system.

“Let me emphasize that safety and security will remain paramount. We will continue to work closely with institutions such as the National Security Secretariat, Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and other relevant agencies to ensure that all participating facilities operate under the highest safety and security standards,” he said.

He further announced that the Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has pledged his support for the introduction of 24-hour operations in the downstream petroleum sector.

Edudzi Tameklo stated that operating a 24-hour petroleum sector requires top-notch security, hence the support from the Police.

“What it means is that you need to strengthen your security arrangements. IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno has fully pledged his support for the rollout of this initiative,” he said.

Godwin Edudzi Tameklo noted that the downstream petroleum sector remains a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, fueling transportation, powering industries, supporting commerce, and underpinning nearly every aspect of modern life.

However, he added that, for many years, operations within this critical sector have largely been limited to specific working hours, resulting in inefficiencies in the supply chain and missed economic opportunities.

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“The vision that we are implementing today represents a bold and forward-looking response by H.E. John Dramani Mahama to these challenges. The goal is to stimulate productivity, enhance service delivery, and create sustainable employment opportunities,” he said.

“Let me emphasize that as we transition to 24-hour operations, safety and security will remain non-negotiable. The National Security Secretariat, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service, and the Ghana Ambulance Service will play critical roles in providing the necessary security and emergency services to ensure the safety of workers and infrastructure.”

Presidential Advisor on the government’s 24-Hour Economy initiative, Goosie Tanoh, also indicated that the rollout of the pilot programme in the downstream petroleum industry is expected to unlock productivity and support increased economic output.

Source: https://energynewsafrica.com