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Kenya: Ruto Appoints Kello Harsama As Petroleum PS After Fuel Stock Scandal Fallout
Kenya’s President, William Samoei Ruto, has appointed Mr. Kello Harsama as the new Principal Secretary (PS) for Petroleum, following the recent resignation of Liban Mohamed from the position.
Harsama, who previously served at the State Department for ASALs and Regional Development, assumes the role with immediate effect.
“His Excellency the President has this afternoon, pursuant to Article 155(4) of the Constitution, effected reassignments within the rank of Principal Secretaries,” a statement issued by the Presidency on Thursday read in part.
“The reassignments are intended to fill the vacancy arising from the resignation of the immediate former Principal Secretary for the State Department for Petroleum and to ensure continuity in the administration and coordination of government functions within the affected State Departments.”
It will be recalled that on April 4, former Petroleum PS Liban Mohamed resigned from his position alongside Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) Managing Director Daniel Kiptoo and Kenya Pipeline Company PLC Managing Director Joe Sang.
The three stepped down following a scandal in the ministry, in which they were implicated in the alleged manipulation of fuel stock data, leading to the irregular procurement of substandard emergency fuel shipments.
The manipulation was reportedly aimed at exploiting soaring global fuel prices and public anxiety, creating a misleading impression of an imminent fuel shortage.
Vivo Energy Ghana PLC Signs MoU With Applied Technology Institute To Advance Technical Apprenticeship
Vivo Energy Ghana PLC (VEGH), the exclusive distributor and marketer of Shell-branded fuels and lubricants in Ghana, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Applied Technology Institute (ATI) to collaborate on a technical apprenticeship initiative under its Mechanic Advocacy Programme.
The initiative aims to develop the next generation of certified automotive professionals.
The partnership seeks to equip young mechanics in the informal sector with industry-relevant technical expertise through a structured apprenticeship framework that combines classroom instruction with practical, hands-on training.
The initiative is designed to enhance employability, promote professionalism, and foster a strong culture of safety and technical excellence within the automotive industry.
Speaking at the signing ceremony at Vivo Energy Ghana’s head office in Accra, Mr. Christian Li, Managing Director of Vivo Energy Ghana, expressed appreciation to ATI for aligning with the company’s commitment to empowering young professionals through skills development.
“I would like to sincerely thank the Applied Technology Institute for partnering with us in our shared vision to develop the next generation of skilled professionals,” he stated.
He emphasised the importance of technical competence and safety consciousness in the rapidly evolving automotive and lubricants industry.
“The automotive and lubricants industry continues to evolve rapidly, creating a growing demand for highly skilled professionals equipped with strong technical capabilities and a firm commitment to safety,” he added.
Representing ATI, Ing. Emmanuel Kotey Ashie, Principal of the Applied Technology Institute, spoke on the importance of the collaboration and the shared commitment to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice.
“Through this collaboration, our students and employees will benefit from practical training, industrial exposure, innovation, and skills development aligned with current industry demands. We believe this partnership will strengthen the connection between academic learning and the professional world,” he said.
Also addressing participants at the signing ceremony, Kerim Kermen, Vice President, Central Lubricants and Commercial, Vivo Energy Group, noted that the partnership aligns with both national development priorities and the broader strategic direction of the lubricants business.
Former ATI students, who are now working at various Vivo Energy Ghana retail outlets and lube bays, shared their experiences and testimonies during the ceremony, highlighting how the initiative equipped them with practical skills, industry exposure, and professional experience that have contributed to their career development.
Beyond employment opportunities, the programme is also designed to promote entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, job creation, and community development.
Graduates will acquire the technical and business skills needed to establish their own automotive workshops, operate lubricant service centres, or serve as distributors and retailers of Shell lubricants.
The partnership reflects Vivo Energy Ghana’s vision to be Africa’s leading and most respected energy business by investing in youth empowerment, creating opportunities, transforming lives, and supporting sustainable national development.
Representing ATI, Ing. Emmanuel Kotey Ashie, Principal of the Applied Technology Institute, spoke on the importance of the collaboration and the shared commitment to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice.
“Through this collaboration, our students and employees will benefit from practical training, industrial exposure, innovation, and skills development aligned with current industry demands. We believe this partnership will strengthen the connection between academic learning and the professional world,” he said.
Also addressing participants at the signing ceremony, Kerim Kermen, Vice President, Central Lubricants and Commercial, Vivo Energy Group, noted that the partnership aligns with both national development priorities and the broader strategic direction of the lubricants business.
Former ATI students, who are now working at various Vivo Energy Ghana retail outlets and lube bays, shared their experiences and testimonies during the ceremony, highlighting how the initiative equipped them with practical skills, industry exposure, and professional experience that have contributed to their career development.
Beyond employment opportunities, the programme is also designed to promote entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, job creation, and community development.
Graduates will acquire the technical and business skills needed to establish their own automotive workshops, operate lubricant service centres, or serve as distributors and retailers of Shell lubricants.
The partnership reflects Vivo Energy Ghana’s vision to be Africa’s leading and most respected energy business by investing in youth empowerment, creating opportunities, transforming lives, and supporting sustainable national development. Ghana: Energy Minister Visits FPSO John Evans Atta Mills And Noble Venturer Offshore Facilities
Ghana’s Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has paid a working visit to the Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) John Evans Atta Mills, which serves the TEN Fields, as well as the Noble Venturer, the vessel handling offshore rig operations.
The minister’s visit on Thursday provided an important opportunity to engage directly with the technical teams and partners working tirelessly to sustain and increase production levels.
The TEN Fields remain one of Ghana’s most strategic offshore assets, playing a critical role not only in strengthening the country’s oil and gas sector but also in supporting power generation.
In a post on Facebook, Dr. Jinapor stated that he was particularly impressed by the professionalism, dedication, and commitment demonstrated by the workforce and partners on site.
“The FPSO and rig teams continue to maintain one of the highest levels of safety adherence in the industry, reflecting a strong culture of operational excellence, discipline, and care for personnel and the environment,” he said.
He further encouraged all partners to remain focused, innovative, and collaborative as they work together to unlock greater value from Ghana’s petroleum resources.
“I also assured them of government’s commitment to creating the right environment for sustained investment and operational improvements that will enhance oil production and maximize benefits for the people of Ghana,” he added.
Touching on gas supply from the TEN Fields for power generation, Minister Jinapor said reliable gas supply from the operations continues to contribute significantly to stable electricity generation for industries, businesses, and households across the country.
Ghana: ECG to Complete Major Network Upgrade In Greater Kumasi By June 5
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced that the ongoing upgrade of key sub-transmission lines from KNUST Primary Substation to Kaase Primary Substation, and from Kaase to Ridge Bulk Supply Point in Kumasi, is expected to be completed by 5 June 2026.
This was stated by Dr. Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, APR, General Manager of External Communications at ECG, in a statement released on Friday, May 29, 2026.
According to the statement, the project involves upgrading existing 265 sqmm conductors to 400 sqmm conductors and replacing weak cables to enhance power transfer capacity and improve the reliability and stability of electricity supply across the Greater Kumasi area.
Upon completion, the project is expected to improve power supply reliability and voltage quality, and strengthen electricity supply to Kaase, Kuntenase, Sewua, Bekwai, and surrounding communities.
The project will also reinforce the sub-transmission link between the Kumasi 1 (K1) and Kumasi 2 (K2) Bulk Supply Points, improving overall network resilience within the Ashanti Region.
ECG sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience caused to customers and residents during the execution of this important project and assures the public that these temporary challenges are necessary to strengthen and secure a more reliable electricity supply for the region.
Kenya Power Employee And Accomplice Arrested For Soliciting Bribe To Reconnect Electricity
Two people, including an employee of the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), have been arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe from a customer whose electricity had been disconnected, in exchange for reconnecting them to the national grid.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) of Kenya confirmed the arrest in a statement released on Friday, May 29.
The arrests followed a complaint filed on May 28, in which the suspects were implicated for seeking a bribe to restore a disconnected electricity connection.
“The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Kenya Power employee and an accomplice for allegedly soliciting and receiving a bribe to reconnect electricity to a residential property,” the statement read in part.
“The arrest followed a complaint lodged with the Commission on 28th May 2026 by a resident whose electricity had been disconnected two days earlier.”
According to preliminary investigations, the suspect, Gerald Nyaoke, a technician attached to the Kenya Power Donholm Office, allegedly demanded KSh 30,000 from the complainant in exchange for restoring the power supply.
Following the complaint, EACC detectives initiated an operation that monitored and documented interactions between the complainant and the suspects.
This investigation culminated in their arrest after the alleged bribe exchange. Currently, the suspects are at the Integrity Centre for further processing and investigations.
In its statement, EACC reaffirmed its mandate to combat corruption, urging members of the public to report any incidents of bribery.
“EACC reiterates its commitment to combating corruption and calls upon members of the public to continue reporting cases of bribery and abuse of office,” the Commission stated.
According to a report by tuko.co.ke, a few weeks ago, another Kenya Power employee, Kennedy Wambani Oduor, attached to the Mbale-Vihiga office, was charged with bribery.
He was accused of soliciting a KSh 20,000 bribe from God’s Vision for Africa. The issue reportedly stemmed from a 2022 case in which Vision for Africa had reported a defunct electricity pole near its premises.
For a month, the company did not take action, prompting the organization to hire a private contractor to address the issue. Wambani allegedly became agitated over this replacement and threatened to disconnect the premises’ power supply unless he was paid a bribe of KSh 50,000.
“Despite several reports made to KPLC, no action was taken, prompting the organization to replace the rotten pole through a private contractor to avert the risk of electric shock and fire. Investigations established that Wambani allegedly became agitated over the replacement and threatened to disconnect the organisation’s power supply unless he was paid a bribe of KSh 50,000,” EACC said.
Global Oil Investment Set To Fall Below $500bn In 2026 – IEA
Global investments in oil projects are due to fall for the third year in a row, as the supply shock from the Middle East conflict shifts priorities toward new trade routes and alternative energy sources.
According to the International Energy Agency’s annual World Energy Investment report published Thursday, spending on oil projects is set to drop below $500 billion in 2026 despite rising crude oil prices.
Oil markets have been in turmoil since the US-Israeli war on Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s seaborne crude was shipped. The disruption has caused price spikes and supply shortages in several parts of the world, forcing companies and countries to rethink their energy investment strategies.
“We are in the midst of the largest energy security crisis the world has ever faced — and I believe this will reshape investment strategies globally,” IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said in a statement. “We are already seeing intensified efforts by both producer and consumer countries to diversify trade routes and energy sources.”
Overall energy investments are expected to rise slightly to $3.4 trillion in 2026, with most of the spending directed toward power grids, storage, low-emissions fuels, nuclear energy, renewables, and electrification. Key fuel importers are now looking for domestic energy resources, mainly renewables, nuclear, and coal.
Gas spending is projected to rise to $330 billion, the highest level in a decade, supported by a wave of new liquefied natural gas export projects, mainly in the US and Qatar, the Paris-based agency said in its first full-year estimates for 2026.
In the Middle East, the war has cut export income and sparked a search for new export routes, as confidence in the reliability of the Strait of Hormuz has been “profoundly shaken.” In addition, the tens of billions of dollars required to repair facilities “could reduce outward capital flows, which have been a growing source of financing for infrastructure and energy projects in other regions.”
Birol has previously warned that the world is losing 14 million barrels of oil per day because of the war. Earlier this month, he said the IEA was ready to take further action after members agreed in March to release 400 million barrels from emergency reserves into the market in the biggest-ever discharge.
Ghana: GOIL PLC Commends Ghana Police Over Arrest Of Robbery Suspects At Kwafokrom Station
Ghana’s indigenous petroleum downstream giant, GOIL PLC, has commended the Ghana Police Service for the swift arrest of two suspects involved in last Sunday’s robbery attack on its Kwafokrom Filling Station near Nsawam in the Eastern Region.
The robbers reportedly shot a fuel attendant and a security officer at the station, made away with provisions from the station’s mart, and fled with sales proceeds amounting to GH¢13,000.
Following the incident, the Eastern South Regional Police Command launched a manhunt for the suspects, leading to the arrest of two of them.
A third suspect, who remains on the run, is currently being pursued by the police.
In a brief statement issued by GOIL PLC, the company expressed appreciation to the Ghana Police Service for its professionalism and swift action leading to the arrests.
GOIL also assured customers, dealers, and stakeholders of its continued commitment to safety and security across its operations nationwide.
Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of the Ghana Police Service has promoted five officers for their efforts in apprehending two robbery suspects.
The officers are Chief Inspector Eric Otoo, Chief Inspector Emmanuel Otu, General Sergeant Philip Amoah, Policewoman Constable Victoria Asiedu, and Policewoman Constable Rosemond A. Frimpong.
As part of the reward, Chief Inspectors Eric Otoo and Emmanuel Otu have been granted direct entry into the Police Academy, while General Sergeant Philip Amoah, Policewoman Constable Victoria Asiedu, and Policewoman Constable Rosemond A. Frimpong have all been promoted to their next ranks.
The officers were recognised for their professionalism, dedication, and swift response, which led to the arrest of two suspects linked to the robbery attack at the filling station.
Uganda: Dr. Masanza Appointed As New Minister For Energy And Mineral Development
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza as the new Minister for Energy and Mineral Development.
Dr. Masanza succeeds Hon. Ruth Ssentamu Nankabirwa, who served as minister from 2021 to 2026. She steps into this role at a pivotal time as Uganda rapidly develops its energy potential and anticipates achieving first oil later this year.
Dr. Musenero previously served as the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation under the Office of the President, as Senior Presidential Advisor on Epidemics, and was a key player in Uganda’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A diversely trained and skilled consultant and scientist, Dr. Musenero has extensive national and international experience. She has worked as an Assistant Lecturer at Makerere University, Assistant Commissioner for Epidemiology and Surveillance at the Uganda Ministry of Health, and Principal Program Officer with the Africa Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET).
Internationally, she spent three years as Field Coordinator with the World Health Organization in Sierra Leone, where her expertise and heroic efforts helped bring the West African Ebola outbreak under control—earning recognition from both the Sierra Leonean and Ugandan governments.
In Uganda, she has been at the forefront of designing and implementing the highly successful Epidemic Preparedness and Response system and has played a key role in responding to all Ebola and Marburg outbreaks in the country since 2007.
Dr. Musenero earned her MS in Science at Cornell University, USA, majoring in Microbiology with a focus on Immunology, Molecular Biology, and Vaccine Development.
Ghana: NPA Urges Fuel Consumers To Demand Receipts, Verify Purchases To Avoid Disputes At Fuel Stations
She later obtained a Master’s in Public Health from Makerere University, specializing in Field Epidemiology.
She has been a central figure in advancing the One Health movement in Uganda and across Africa, introducing the first multi-sectoral and multidisciplinary teams—including anthropologists and sociologists—to create interventions that effectively contained plague outbreaks in the country.
She has also served as Technical Advisor for the USAID-funded One Health Workforce Program.
Ghana To Add 3,000 MW Of Power Capacity By 2030
The Government of Ghana has announced plans to expand the country’s power generation capacity by an additional 3,000 MW by 2030 to meet growing electricity demand from both domestic and industrial consumers.
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, disclosed that the government aims to stabilise power supply and reduce costly outages that undermine the competitiveness of manufacturing companies in the country.
Speaking at the Ishmael Yamson & Associates Business Roundtable in Accra on Wednesday, Dr. Forson explained that about 30% of the new capacity will come from renewable energy sources.
The West African nation has been experiencing intermittent power supply caused by generation shortfalls and planned maintenance by the two power distribution companies — the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo).
According to the 2025 Electricity Supply Plan published by the Energy Commission, Ghana’s total installed grid-connected generation capacity stood at 5,738 MW as of December 2024, with a dependable capacity of 4,742.35 MW projected for 2025.
The country’s system peak demand currently hovers around 4,300 MW and is projected to rise to approximately 6,198 MW by 2030.
Dr. Forson estimated that Africa loses about US$25 billion annually due to power outages and described the persistent energy deficit as unacceptable for a continent rich in gas, hydro, solar, wind, and critical mineral resources.
“We cannot industrialise in darkness,” he said, stressing that reliable and affordable electricity is essential for competitiveness and job creation.
He also called for a shift toward local processing and refining, citing lithium, bauxite, and cocoa as examples of resources that could generate greater value within African economies.
The Finance Minister further highlighted the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a key complement to national industrial strategies, describing trade integration as “an economic survival strategy.”
Togo Hikes Fuel Prices After More Than A Year Of Subsidies
Togo has increased retail fuel prices for the first time in more than a year, as rising global crude oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East continue to pressure governments worldwide.
The latest review pegged unleaded gasoline at 725 CFA francs ($1.25) per litre, up from 680 CFA francs, while diesel rose to 750 CFA francs from 695 CFA francs.
Kerosene increased to 1,040 CFA francs per litre, and two-stroke fuel to 811 CFA francs.
The new prices, which took effect on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, signal the government’s inability to maintain subsidies.
According to a report by Togo First, the new prices were introduced under a joint ministerial order signed on Tuesday by Minister of Economy and Strategic Affairs Badanam Patoki, Finance and Budget Minister Georges Essowè Barcola, and Junior Minister for Energy Robert Koffi Messan Eklo.
The order replaces the pricing framework issued on March 14, 2025, and enforcement has been assigned to the Fuel Price Fluctuation Monitoring Committee.
The price adjustment comes amid supply disruptions and heightened volatility in global oil markets following escalating tensions involving Iran in the Middle East.Ghana: NPA Urges Fuel Consumers To Demand Receipts, Verify Purchases To Avoid Disputes At Fuel Stations
The Director of Consumer Services at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mrs. Eunice Budu-Nyarko, has urged motorists to remain extra vigilant when purchasing fuel, warning that simple mistakes at fuel stations and unsafe fuel handling practices continue to pose serious risks to consumers and public safety.
According to her, consumers must always confirm the type of fuel being dispensed, carefully check nozzle colour codes at filling stations, insist on seeing dispenser screens during transactions, and demand receipts after every fuel purchase to support investigations in the event of complaints.
Mrs. Budu-Nyarko gave the advice during a consumer education and petroleum safety sensitisation campaign undertaken by the Consumer Services Directorate of the NPA across communities, markets, transport terminals, and tertiary institutions in the Volta and Ashanti regions.
“The NPA is dedicated to ensuring that consumers receive high-quality fuel. Your feedback is invaluable, and we are committed to the swift and effective resolution of complaints. Consumer trust in our quality assurance systems is crucial, and we remain committed to ensuring that consumers receive value for money,” she stated.
She explained that the red fuel nozzle represents Super or Petrol, black represents Diesel, while green indicates differentiated or high-octane fuel products.
The campaign also placed strong emphasis on the dangers associated with fuel siphoning from accident scenes involving Bulk Road Vehicles, with the Authority cautioning the public against approaching spilled petroleum products due to the high risk of explosions and fire outbreaks.
The sensitisation exercise began in the Volta Region with engagements at the Ho Market and Lorry Park, where commercial drivers and consumers were educated on petroleum safety and consumer protection issues.
The team later engaged women’s groups in Hohoe on LPG safety practices and safe fuel handling before extending the exercise to Ho Technical University and the Ho Nursing Training College.
In the Ashanti Region, the campaign covered the Bantama Market, Fomena Nursing Training College, Kumasi Technical University, and the Tepa Nursing and Midwifery Training College Anyinasuo Campus.
Participants were educated on LPG safety measures, fuel quality assurance systems, complaint reporting procedures, and consumer rights within the downstream petroleum sector.
Technical presentations during the engagements were delivered by Ing. Johnson Gbagbo Jnr., Head of Consumer Data Analytics and Market Intelligence, and Maureen Adwoa Duori, Head of Consumer Education and Stakeholder Engagement, with support from NPA regional managers and staff.
The Authority also used the engagements to promote awareness of the NPA Call Centre and other complaint resolution channels available to consumers seeking clarification or reporting suspected irregularities within the downstream petroleum industry.
The NPA says it will continue intensifying public education and stakeholder engagements to strengthen consumer confidence, promote petroleum safety, and ensure that consumers receive quality fuel products across the country.
Liberia: LEC ‘Deep Dive’ Sessions Reveal Bottlenecks, Drive Rapid Action
The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has intensified its institutional reform and operational efficiency agenda through a high-level strategic initiative known as “Deep Dive” — a results-driven engagement mechanism designed to identify and address the Corporation’s most pressing internal challenges.
The Deep Dive Sessions serve as a critical platform, bringing together departments, divisions, units, and sections to rigorously assess operational bottlenecks, institutional gaps, customer service concerns, and system inefficiencies that impede effective service delivery across the Corporation.
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, Mr. Ousman Kamara, Director of Strategy & Planning in the Office of the Managing Director, disclosed that the sessions have already begun tackling key institutional and operational issues — ranging from customer service efficiency and operational response time to metering challenges and overall service delivery performance.
“These engagements are intended to deepen collaboration, strengthen accountability, and drive immediate, practical solutions that will reposition LEC as a more effective, responsive, and institutionally governed utility,” Kamara emphasized.
Held every Thursday, the Deep Dive Sessions are chaired directly by the Managing Director alongside the Deputy Managing Directors, providing top-level oversight, rapid decision-making, and immediate implementation pathways for solutions emerging from the discussions.
PETRONAS Confirms Death Of Three Contractors In FSO Sepat Incident
PETRONAS, Malaysia’s national oil and gas company, has confirmed the deaths of three contractor personnel during lifeboat maintenance work on the FSO Sepat, located in the Sepat field off the coast of Terengganu, offshore East Coast Peninsular Malaysia.
The exact circumstances of the incident remain unclear.
The company stated that the victims were pronounced dead upon arrival at Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah, Kuala Terengganu, at approximately 5:57 pm on Sunday. One injured personnel was evacuated for medical treatment and remains under observation.
Investigations into the cause of the incident are ongoing, in coordination with relevant authorities.
PETRONAS extends its deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased. The immediate priority of the company is to support the well-being of those affected.
Ghana: TOR Receives 1 Million Barrels Of Bonga Crude Oil For Processing
Ghana’s premier oil refinery, Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), has announced the arrival of approximately 1 million barrels of Bonga Crude Oil aboard the MT Cap Felix as part of its ongoing refinery revitalisation and crude processing programme.
Bonga Crude Oil is sourced from the deepwater Bonga oil field, located in the Gulf of Guinea, approximately 120 kilometres offshore the Niger Delta in Nigeria.
In a statement issued by management on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, the company said the crude oil cargo was purchased from Shell and supplied through TOR’s tolling partner, Fujairah/Triangle Commodities Trading (TCT), under arrangements aimed at supporting the refinery’s operational recovery and ensuring a sustained supply of petroleum products to the Ghanaian market.
The receipt of the Bonga Crude marks another significant milestone in TOR’s efforts to restore stable refining activities, improve national energy security, and reduce Ghana’s dependence on imported refined petroleum products.
Bonga Crude, known for its high-quality, low-sulphur characteristics and favourable refining yields, is expected to produce substantial volumes of premium petroleum products, including LPG, gasoline, diesel, kerosene, aviation turbine kerosene (ATK), and fuel oil for both domestic and regional markets.
Management of TOR expressed appreciation to the Government of Ghana, regulatory institutions, financial partners, and all stakeholders whose support continues to contribute to the refinery’s operational resurgence.
TOR further reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and the long-term transformation of the refinery into a competitive and commercially sustainable energy hub for Ghana and West Africa.
Management added that it will continue to engage stakeholders and the public as operations progress.
It would be recalled that this portal broke the news in late December 2025 when the company restarted crude oil refining operations after extensive maintenance works.
BP Removes Chairman Albert Manifold Over ‘Serious Conduct Issues’
Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), established in 1963, is Ghana’s only oil refinery and plays a critical role in the country’s downstream petroleum sector.
Over the years, the refinery has faced operational challenges, including intermittent shutdowns due to maintenance constraints, financing difficulties, and crude supply shortages.
TOR further reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and the long-term transformation of the refinery into a competitive and commercially sustainable energy hub for Ghana and West Africa.
Management added that it will continue to engage stakeholders and the public as operations progress.
It would be recalled that this portal broke the news in late December 2025 when the company restarted crude oil refining operations after extensive maintenance works.
BP Removes Chairman Albert Manifold Over ‘Serious Conduct Issues’
Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), established in 1963, is Ghana’s only oil refinery and plays a critical role in the country’s downstream petroleum sector.
Over the years, the refinery has faced operational challenges, including intermittent shutdowns due to maintenance constraints, financing difficulties, and crude supply shortages.
Early last year, the new management started pursuing a revitalisation agenda aimed at restoring full operational capacity, improving efficiency, and repositioning TOR as a commercially viable refinery.
The resumption of crude imports and refining activities forms part of ongoing efforts to stabilise domestic fuel supply and strengthen Ghana’s energy security.