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STAY BACK, STAY SAFE🚫✋🏿🚫✋🏿🚫 (Akan version)

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Ready for an exciting experience this November?

Stay tuned as NPA brings you exclusive updates and activities lined up for the Consumer Week Celebration 2026!

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MINISTER FOR ENERGY COMMENDS NPA CEO FOR ENSURING PETROLEUM MARKET STABILITY

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, has commended the Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Eduzdzi Tameklo Esq., for his instrumental role in ensuring stability in Ghana’s petroleum market amid ongoing shocks arising from disruptions in the global energy market.

Dr. Jinapor made the commendation during his address at a Performance Review Retreat organised by the Ministry for its sector agencies in Ho.

He acknowledged the NPA’s efforts in navigating the prevailing global market uncertainties and maintaining stability and resilience within Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector.

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NPA Hosts Estwatini National Petroleum Company on Technical Study Visit

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has hosted a three-member delegation from the Eswatini National Petroleum Company (ENPC) as part of a technical study visit aimed at sharing knowledge and strengthening cooperation within Africa’s petroleum sector.

The visit provided the delegation with an opportunity to gain deeper insight into Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry and the regulatory systems developed by the NPA to promote efficiency, product quality, safety and effective industry oversight.

The ENPC delegation comprised Mr Dumezweni Dlamini, Board Member; Ms Nontombi Motsa, Chief Executive Officer; and Mr Musa Shongwe, General Manager, Strategy and Communications.

Welcoming the delegation on behalf of the Chief Executive, the Director of Quality Assurance, Mr Setsoafia K. Agbenoto, underscored the importance of knowledge-sharing among African petroleum institutions as countries work to strengthen energy security and build resilient petroleum industries.

The technical study visit forms part of a wider programme by the ENPC to learn from Ghana’s experience in developing and managing its petroleum industry. During its visit to Ghana, the delegation engaged institutions across the petroleum value chain as ENPC strengthens its institutional and operational capacity.

In his response, Mr. Dlamini thanked the NPA for the reception and the willingness to share best practices with his company.

ENPC is Eswatini’s national oil company and is mandated to contribute to the security of petroleum-product supply through the sourcing, storage and trading of petroleum products.

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Shamima Muslim, Deputy Government Spokesperson speaking at the launch of the NPA Pink October Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Deputy Chief of National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Sheila Addo, calls for early breast cancer screening.

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NPA Launches Pink October Campaign To Create Awareness About Breast and Prostate Cancers

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has launched its Pink October Campaign to create awareness about breast and prostate cancers to ensure early screening, diagnosis and treatment.

It was under the theme: “Every Story Is Unique, Every Journey Matters.”

The launch brought together health experts, survivors, management and staff of the Authority and sister-agencies.

From expert insights to powerful survivor stories, the message is clear, early detection saves lives.

In his remarks, NPA Chief Executive Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Esq., said sustained public education and early detection were critical to reducing the impact of cancer.

He urged individuals and institutions to take collective responsibility for promoting awareness and helping people make informed decisions about their health.

Deputy Chief Executive of NPA, Dr. Sheila Addo thanked management for supporting the initiative and urged staff to engage actively with the campaign. She also called for the conversation to continue beyond the month of October.

The Chairperson of the event and Deputy Government Spokesperson,Hajia Shamima Muslim, highlighted the scale of the challenge facing the survivors, and called for a collaborative effort to fight cancer.

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Zambia Energy Regulatory Delegation Undertakes Technical Study Visit to NPA

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has welcomed an eight-member delegation from Zambia’s energy regulatory sector on a technical study visit focused on Ghana’s downstream petroleum regulatory systems and best practices.

NPA CEO, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo Esq, shared insights into Ghana’s regulatory innovations, including petroleum pricing, product quality assurance, monitoring, compliance and the use of mystery shopping to safeguard product integrity.

The Zambian delegation also explored Ghana’s experience in fuel marking, LPG regulation, inspections, audits and enforcement as Zambia reviews its energy policies and legislation.

The engagement reinforces the importance of peer learning, knowledge exchange and institutional collaboration in strengthening Africa’s energy regulatory systems.

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"This October, we wear pink not just as a colour, but as a symbol of hope, awareness and our commitment to saving lives."

GODWIN KUDZO TAMEKLO (ESQ.)
Chief Executive - National Petroleum Authority

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We’re going live in the next few minutes.

Join Corruption Watch on Joy 99.7 FM as we put the National Petroleum Authority under scrutiny over gaps identified in the Auditor-General’s Performance Audit Report.

The discussion will examine tanker licensing, fuel tracking, fuel marking, retail monitoring and value-for-money concerns within Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector.

Tune in. The conversation starts at 8:30am GMT.

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Asharami Ghana Commends NPA CEO for Support Towards LPG Vessel Arrival.

The Executive Director of Asharami Ghana, Adewale Ajibade, has commended the Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Esq., for his role and support towards the successful arrival of Asharami Ghana vessel.

Mr. Ajibade made the commendation at the official welcoming ceremony of the vessel and the commissioning of the Asharami Ghana LPG facility at the Tema Oil Jetty on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, who served as the Special Guest of Honour, alongside the NPA Boss, and other stakeholders within the energy sector.

According to him, the guidance of the Mr. Tameklo helped transform their vision to reality.
“Thank you very much Mr. Tameklo, I acknowledge you specifically for you role, support and for tolerating us, not necessarily bending the rules, but accommodating some of those shortcomings and ensuring that this happened, Your guidance and unwavering support helped transform this aspiration into a reality” Mr. Ajibade said.

The vessel, on its maiden voyage to Ghana’s shores, arrived with approximately 5,000 metric tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), which is expected to contribute to the availability of cleaner and more sustainable energy in the country.

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NPA Reaffirms Regulatory Support as Puma Energy Ghana Deepens Investment in LPG and CRM

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing responsive, efficient and transparent regulatory support to investors as Puma Energy, a key player in Ghana’s Cylinder Recirculation Model (CRM), deepens its investment in the LPG sector.

The commitment was expressed when a delegation from Pumagas, led by the General Manager for Puma Energy, Mr. Lanzeni Coulibaly, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Executive of the NPA, Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Esq. on Monday.

The engagement provided an opportunity for Puma Energy to formally introduce Pumagasa subsidiary, and some of its key distributors and dealers to the Chief Executive of the NPA.

The new branded cylinders, which represent a further step in Pumagas' efforts to strengthen its participation in the CRM ecosystem, were presented to Mr. Tameklo.

In his remarks, Mr. Tameklo reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to providing continuous regulatory support to legitimate industry players and create the enabling environment for sustainable investment in Ghana's downstream petroleum sector.

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East Legon Football Academy Commends NPA for Supporting Youth Development Through Football

The East Legon Football Academy has commended the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for its support towards youth development through football.
This follows the Authority’s contribution to the Academy’s participation in international football competitions and development programmes in Denmark and Spain.

The support enabled the Academy’s young footballers to travel to Denmark to participate in the prestigious Dana Cup competition, where the team has competed for the past four years.
The Academy has enjoyed notable success at the tournament, with its Under-14 boys’ team winning the trophy in 2024, followed by the U-12 boys’ team in 2025.

The young footballers also travelled to Spain for scout trials with Rush SPF Academy in Madrid. During their visit, the team toured the Santiago Bernabéu and Metropolitano Stadiums, home grounds of Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid respectively, and participated in training sessions with football academies in Spain.

The Academy expressed its appreciation to the NPA during a visit to the Authority to formally demonstrate its gratitude for the support earlier today.

The Chief Executive Officer of the NPA, Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Esq., acknowledged the Academy’s achievements and commended the young footballers for their courage, discipline and commitment to pursuing excellence through football.

He noted that it was encouraging to see young footballers demonstrate the discipline and determination required to compete at the international level.

As a gesture of appreciation, the Academy presented the NPA CEO with a citation and a personalised football jersey in recognition of the Authority’s support and contribution to the development of young footballers in Ghana.

The NPA’s support for the East Legon Football Academy forms part of its commitment to contributing to national development through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.

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AOW ENERGY WEEK 2026 OPENS IN ACCRA

AOW Energy Week 2026 has opened in Accra, bringing together key players to shape Africa’s energy future.

Delivering President John Dramani Mahama’s address, Chief of Staff Dr. Julius Debrah called for a pragmatic energy transition that harnesses both hydrocarbons and renewables to drive industrialisation, create jobs and deliver prosperity.

“Africa must define its own transition… one that transitions us towards prosperity.”

President Mahama also reaffirmed: ”Ghana is open for business.”

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Today, the Muslim community of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), led the NPA to honour our departed deputy Chief Executive, Dr. Dramani Bukari with Qur’an recitation and special prayers 🤲.

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NPA DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE- DR DRAMANI BUKARI LAID TO REST

The late Deputy Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Dramani Bukari, was laid to rest today in Damongo, in accordance with the Islamic tradition.

As part of the burial arrangements, the Islamic clergy offered a sermon on the inevitability of death, followed by funeral (Janazah) prayer at his family residence. It was attended by family members, management and staff of NPA, colleagues and well wishers from across Ghana.

Following the prayer, the remains of Dr. Bukari were conveyed to the Damongo cemetery for burial in line with the Islamic tradition.

Hundreds of dignitaries, industry captains and mourners joined the burial ceremony to bid farewell to Dr Dramani Bukari and offer condolences to the bereaved family.

Dr. Dramani Bukari passed away on Tuesday 11th August 2026, after a short illness.

As a Deputy Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority, Dr Dramani Bukari spearheaded the NPA’s Center of Excellence and championed the implementation of the 24 Hour Programme in the downstream petroleum sector.

He served in various capacities and was widely recognised for his humility, discipline, commitment, selfless leadership and love for family, friends, subordinates, colleagues, and leaders.

Dr Bukari was a husband, father, mentor and an academic.

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A solemn grief-filled ceremony marked the arrival of the remains of our deputy Chief Executive 😭.

Our Sector Minister, Hon. Dr. John Jinapor, Chief Executive, Godwin Tameklo (Esq), leadership of the National Petroleum Authority, family representatives and other distinguished individuals have gathered at the Accra International Airport this evening to receive the remains of our deputy Chief Executive, Dr. Dramani Bukari.

Burial service continues in Damongo- Savannah Region tomorrow Thursday 20th August, 2026 at 8:00am.

For us at the National Petroleum Authority, this is a loss so painful to bear. It is a teeth-gnashing grief that may take forever to heal.

A man so humble and a life so cherished and irreplaceable returns to His Maker.

Rest on, Sir.

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A delegation from the Board, Management and staff of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) earlier today visited the family of the late Deputy Chief of the Authority, Dr. Dramani Bukari to commiserate with the family.

The NPA Chief Executive, Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Esq. who led the delegation, expressed condolences to the wife, children and family of Dr. Dramani.

It was a solemn ceremony characteriised by prayers for the soul of Dr. Dramani and Allah’s protection for the family.

Mr. Tameklo expressed the readiness of the Authority to support the family to give a befitting burial to Dr. Dramani.

The family thanked the NPA for coming to commiserate with them in this difficult time.

Details of Dr. Dramani Bukari’s final funeral rites would be announced in due course .

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