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Ghana National Gas Company

Also known as: GNGC · Ghana National Gas Company Limited · Ghana National Gas Limited Company · Ghana Gas Processing Plant

Ghana National Gas Company — state-owned enterprise processing and distributing natural gas for power and industry, planning pentane commercialisation and West-East pipeline by 2027.

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April 2026
30 AprJoy Online
… I have reiterated the point that Ghana Gas alone cannot fully support our thermal generation needs. …
Recurring power issues tied to investment gaps — Michael Aidoo
29 AprThe Chronicle
Ghana Gas has explained that the recent shutdown of its Atuabo Gas Processing Plant was an emergency technical measure taken to prevent a major operational breakdown after a critical control system failed. …
Emergency Shutdown Prevented Major Breakdown at Ghana Gas Plant
28 AprThe Chronicle
The Chairman of Parliament’s Energy and Petroleum Select Committee, Emmanuel Kwesi Bedzrah, has assured Ghana Gas of the committee’s commitment to supporting the company while demanding clarity on recent operational disruptions that raised public concern over gas supply to power …
Parliament’s Energy Committee Backs Ghana Gas, Seeks Answers on Recent Plant Disruptions
24 AprThe Chronicle
Ghana National Gas Company says it has increased gas processing volumes, tightened spending controls and returned a healthy profit, even as currency volatility and tariff constraints continue to weigh on revenues. …
Ghana Gas Posts Stronger Output, Profit Growth as CEO Unveils Expansion Drive

Mining & Energy

Explorco reports improved finances ahead of Voltaian drilling

The News

GNPC Exploration and Production Limited reported growth in revenue and profitability, stronger cash generation, and reduced borrowings in 2025, as it prepares for an onshore drilling campaign in the Voltaian Basin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The company's Board Chairman emphasized that its transition to direct operatorship would require strong technical expertise, disciplined project management, and sound risk management.

19 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

Explorco reports improved finances ahead of Voltaian drilling
GNPC Exploration and Production Limited reported growth in revenue and profitability, stronger cash generation, and reduced borrowings in 2025, as it prepares for an onshore drilling campaign in the Voltaian Basin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The company's Board Chairman emphasized that its transition to direct operatorship would require strong technical expertise, disciplined project management, and sound risk management.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →

Monday 19 October

Ghana Gas to commercialise pentane by end of 2026
Ghana National Gas Company plans to recover and commercialise pentane and isopentane from its gas processing operations by end of 2026, targeting a reduction in gas flaring while generating additional revenue. The CEO confirmed studies show the project is economically viable and will involve capturing, storing and exporting the gases through Takoradi Port.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 17 October

PAC urges GRA to recover outstanding taxes from state agencies
The Public Accounts Committee has called on the Ghana Revenue Authority to intensify recovery of outstanding taxes owed by public institutions including Ghana Airports Company Limited, Ghana Water Company, and the Electricity Company of Ghana. The committee's chairperson stressed the need for greater transparency in tax collection.
17 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 9 October

Nzema chiefs honour Lands Minister, push Adamus Resources revival
The Paramount Chief of Eastern Nzema and a delegation of chiefs conferred a developmental chieftaincy title on Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah while urging the government to ensure the planned revival of Adamus Resources delivers jobs, investment and economic benefits to the region.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 7 October

Wa West leaders commission health, education, hospitality infrastructure
The Wa West District Assembly and Member of Parliament have handed over and commissioned multiple infrastructure projects, including a renovated five-bedroom District Assembly Guest House, school desks, a Community-Based Health Planning and Services compound at Dodoma, classroom facilities at Meteu, and a kindergarten block at Tanina.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 17 September

Pastor remanded over alleged GH¢1.56m security jobs scam
A pastor has been remanded by Dansoman Circuit Court for allegedly defrauding more than 80 people of GH¢1.56 million by claiming he could secure their recruitment into Ghana's security services through protocol slots from senior government officials. The accused told victims he had access to positions in the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Armed Forces, Ghana Immigration Service, and Ghana National Fire Service.
17 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana Gas to decide on $500M pipeline by early 2027
State-owned Ghana Gas plans to make a final investment decision by early next year on a $500 million, 278-kilometre West-East onshore pipeline project to transport gas from its processing plant in the west to industries in the southeast, CEO Judith Adjobah Blay said. The project aims to meet growing industrial demand and reduce reliance on the shared West African pipeline.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

Astroturf probe raises questions over public fund use and official ownership
Corruption Watch investigation questions procurement and ownership of sports facilities built under the One Constituency, One Astroturf programme, with two senior former officials linked to ownership disputes over facilities in Hohoe and Agogo constructed with more than GH¢17 million in public funds. The investigation is the first in a series examining 169 astroturf and sports infrastructure projects representing over GH¢1 billion in public investments.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Senanu calls for OSP probe into astroturf procurement breaches
Anti-corruption campaigner Edem Senanu has called on the Office of the Special Prosecutor to investigate alleged breaches of procurement laws surrounding multi-million-cedi astroturf projects across Ghana, and also urged probes into possible conflict-of-interest issues involving MPs who are ministers in supporting development projects.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

Dafeamekpor accuses IMF of political bias against NDC
The Majority Chief Whip has accused the IMF of showing political bias against the NDC government following the Fund's assessment of governance in Ghana's state-owned enterprises, arguing that the IMF criticises NDC administrations over practices also prevalent under NPP rule. The IMF report identified the politicisation of board and chief executive appointments as a major weakness, noting that appointments remain highly political and centralised in the Presidency despite Ghana's framework intended to make them merit-based.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Mahama directs SOEs to recruit and promote on merit
President John Dramani Mahama has directed state-owned enterprises and public institutions to recruit and promote staff strictly on merit, warning that political connections, personal relationships and proximity to power must not substitute for competence, integrity and performance. He also warned boards and managements against conflicts of interest, abuse of office and wasteful expenditure, directing that procurement be lawful and competitive.
11 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 10 September

Ten SOEs recorded GH¢8.8 billion net loss in 2024
Ten state-owned enterprises collectively recorded a net loss of GH¢8.8 billion in 2024, about 1.0% of GDP, with the Electricity Company of Ghana accounting for 85% of those losses. The IMF attributed the losses mainly to high financing costs, which reached GH¢9.4 billion—nearly six times the earnings before interest and tax.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

Second gas plant could slow Ghana electricity tariff increases
Ghana Gas says a planned second gas processing plant (GPP2) could increase natural gas availability for power generation and reduce the pace of future electricity tariff increases. A government technical advisor estimates the plant could save close to US$500 million annually by allowing Ghana to switch from liquid fuels to natural gas for thermal power generation.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana could save $500m annually by switching to gas power
Ghana's Technical Advisor on Petroleum says the country could save close to US$500 million annually by switching from liquid fuels to natural gas for power generation, with expansion of gas-processing capacity critical to achieving those savings. The government is pursuing a second gas processing plant and onshore pipeline to expand capacity for power generation and industrial use.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gas CEO urges more investment in African gas infrastructure
The CEO of Ghana National Gas Company Limited called for increased investment in gas infrastructure across Africa to unlock the continent's natural gas potential and strengthen energy security. She stressed that while Africa has sufficient gas resources, inadequate infrastructure for processing, transportation, storage and distribution limits countries' ability to benefit from the resource.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GoldBod drives manufacturing SOE revenue to GH¢1.21bn
Manufacturing state-owned enterprises' revenue grew 114.74 per cent to GH¢1.21 billion in 2025, largely due to GoldBod, which was established following the restructuring of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company and generated GH¢1 billion in revenue, accounting for 83.34 per cent of the subsector's aggregate revenue.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

Ghana's state-owned enterprises record GH¢176.43 billion revenue in 2025
State-owned enterprises in Ghana recorded total revenue of GH¢176.43 billion in 2025, a 28.12 per cent increase from GH¢137.64 billion in 2024, with net profit after tax reaching GH¢19.80 billion, according to the State Ownership Report released by the State Interests and Governance Authority.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

Ghana's state enterprises post GH¢19.8bn profit in 2025
Ghana's state-owned enterprises recorded a consolidated net profit after tax of GH¢19.80 billion in the 2025 financial year, ending four consecutive years of net losses, according to SIGA's 2025 State Ownership Report. Total SOE revenue increased by 28.12 per cent from GH¢137.64 billion to GH¢176.43 billion, marking a significant turnaround from the GH¢2.25 billion net loss in 2024.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 25 August

Ghana Gas prioritises infrastructure expansion and operational reliability
Ghana Gas Company is shifting focus from profitability to reinvestment, with plans to upgrade facilities and increase gas availability for power generation and industrial use. The company plans to construct a third compressor to provide redundancy in gas processing operations, with construction expected to begin by end of September.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gas plans expansion with improved profits and third compressor
Ghana Gas CEO Judith AdjoaBlay said the company plans to reinvest its improved profitability into expanding operations, strengthening infrastructure, and improving gas supply reliability for power and industry. Construction of a third compressor, aimed at creating operational redundancy, could begin by end of September.
25 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 20 August

Upper East Region seeks support to complete Bolgatanga Sports Stadium
The Upper East Regional Coordinating Council has submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and Ghana Gas Company for the redevelopment of the long-abandoned Bolgatanga Sports Stadium, which has remained incomplete for over five decades despite a perimeter wall being constructed. The effort aims to provide the region with a standard sports facility for youth development and competitive sporting events.
20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 5 August

Energy analyst disputes government's debt clearance claims
Energy analyst Kwadwo Poku has contested the government's assertion that it has cleared all outstanding debts in Ghana's energy sector, stating that figures published by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission do not support the claim. While acknowledging progress in settling obligations to Independent Power Producers through a four-year payment plan for about $1.1 billion in existing debts, Poku argues that other sector debts remain unresolved.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 4 August

EPA launches methane emissions guidelines for oil and gas
Ghana's Environmental Protection Agency has launched national guidelines aimed at reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry through standards for detecting, reporting and repairing methane leaks while placing stricter controls on gas venting and flaring. The guidelines are part of Ghana's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 15 per cent by 2030 under the Paris Agreement.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gas 2025 performance supports government Gas-to-Power agenda
The Energy Minister praised Ghana National Gas Company Limited for strong 2025 performance, including increased gas processing, higher LPG production, and 97 per cent growth in net profit, which the government says strengthens its Gas-to-Power policy and energy security.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

Ghana Gas reports 97% profit growth in 2025 results
Ghana National Gas Limited recorded increased gas processing and LPG production alongside a 97 per cent growth in net profit during 2025. Energy Minister Dr John Abdulai Jinapor commended the company's performance and urged it to continue improving operational reliability and expanding critical infrastructure to support Ghana's energy security and Gas-to-Power agenda.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 2 August

St. Monica's principal seeks aid for delayed infrastructure projects
The principal of St. Monica's College of Education appealed for government support to complete stalled infrastructure projects including hostels, an auditorium, and a science and ICT laboratory, citing lack of facilities as hindering teacher preparation. The appeal came during the college's 95th anniversary celebration, which also highlighted government interventions in teacher education, including the No Academic Fees policy.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

Ghana Gas CEO earns Master of Laws from University of Nottingham
Judith Adjobah Blay, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana National Gas Company, has graduated with a Master of Laws degree in Public Procurement Law and Policy from the University of Nottingham. The achievement was announced as reflecting her commitment to excellence and lifelong learning while leading a strategic energy institution.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MP rejects Global InfoAnalytics survey ranking him low performer
Dr. Stephen Amoah, MP for Nhyiaeso, has strongly rejected a Global InfoAnalytics survey conducted in June 2026 that ranked him among low-performing legislators, calling the assessment misleading and arguing that parliamentary contributions should be the core measure of an MP's performance.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 20 July

Government delegation advances Jomoro College of Education establishment
A high-level government delegation led by Professor George K.T. Oduro visited Western Nzema to engage stakeholders and assess opportunities for establishing the proposed Jomoro College of Education, aimed at expanding access to teacher education in the Jomoro Municipality.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 16 July

Mahama visits Volta Region, to inspect Ho Sports Stadium
President Mahama will undertake a two-day working visit to the Volta Region on Thursday and Friday as part of his "Accounting to the People Tour," during which he will inspect the Ho Sports Stadium on Thursday, July 17, at 1000 hours and interact with residents. The government intends to upgrade the Ho Sports Stadium to FIFA Category B-standard, and construction works on an AstroTurf project at Ho Technical University are underway by Ghana Gas.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →