The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has selected 268 fuel stations, together with eight depots and two refineries, for the trial phase of its planned 24-hour operational system within Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry.
The initiative will be implemented across the Greater Accra, Ashanti, Western, and Northern regions as part of efforts to improve efficiency within the fuel supply chain and support the government’s broader 24 Hour Economy agenda.
The selected facilities include the BOST Depots in Kumasi, Accra Plains Depot 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 NPA, Mr. Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, announced the programme during the official launch in Accra on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
According to the Authority, the phased implementation will help assess operational systems, improve working models, and ensure a smooth, safe, and sustainable transition to continuous operations in the petroleum downstream sector.Mr. Tameklo stated that technology driven monitoring systems and a structured workforce arrangement would support the programme’s implementation.
He stressed that safety and security would remain central to the initiative, adding that the NPA would continue collaborating with the National Security Secretariat, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service, and other relevant agencies to maintain high operational standards.
The NPA boss further revealed that the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has pledged full support for the rollout of the programme.
He explained that operating the petroleum sector on a 24 hour basis requires stronger security arrangements to protect workers, infrastructure, and petroleum products.
Mr. Tameklo described the downstream petroleum industry as a major pillar of Ghana’s economy, noting that it supports transportation, commerce, industrial activities, and several other sectors.
He added that limiting operations to traditional working hours over the years has contributed to inefficiencies within the supply chain and reduced economic opportunities.According to him, the initiative aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s broader vision of promoting productivity, improving service delivery, and creating sustainable jobs through the proposed 24 Hour Economy policy.
Presidential Advisor on the 24 Hour Economy initiative, Mr. Goosie Tanoh, also noted that the programme is expected to enhance productivity in the downstream petroleum sector and contribute to increased economic activity.