The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has convened an emergency meeting with key stakeholders in Ghana’s petroleum upstream and downstream sectors to assess the potential impact of escalating tensions in the Gulf region on the country’s fuel security.
The high-level engagement focused on mitigating risks associated with growing instability in the Middle East, which has triggered volatility in global oil markets and fluctuations in freight costs.
As part of immediate measures, the Minister directed the National Petroleum Authority to intensify market surveillance in its role as downstream regulator. He also called for closer coordination with industry players to ensure any supply disruptions are addressed swiftly and effectively.
Dr Jinapor further instructed sector agencies to maintain adequate strategic fuel reserves to cushion the country against external shocks, closely monitor geopolitical developments and global oil market trends, and ensure stable nationwide fuel distribution to prevent localised shortages or panic buying.
The Ministry said the government remains fully committed to safeguarding Ghana’s energy supply despite mounting global uncertainties.
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