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Ghana to receive over 20,000 metric tonnes of LPG between Oct 21 and 27 amid scarcity claims
Ghana to receive over 20,000 metric tonnes of LPG between Oct 21 and 27 amid scarcity claims
By: Nii Ammui Fio | 2 mins read
Ghana is set to receive more than 20,000 metric tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) between October 21 and 27, 2024, as the country navigates claims of potential LPG scarcity.
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has issued assurances that there is adequate LPG available to meet the national demand.
In recent weeks, the Western and parts of the Central Region have experienced disruptions in LPG supply due to a power challenge at the Ghana National Gas Processing Plant in Atuabo.
This issue impacted the processing of natural gas, which is the primary source of LPG in the country. Consequently, the NPA directed LPG Marketing Companies (LPGMCs) to source LPG from Tema to serve their retail outlets in these affected areas.
As of October 9, 2024, the NPA confirmed that the opening stock of LPG was sufficient to last nearly two weeks of national consumption. Additionally, the Sentuo Oil Refinery has been consistently producing LPG to support the market's daily needs.
The upcoming delivery of over 20,000 metric tonnes of LPG is part of the ongoing efforts to bolster supply and address any concerns regarding availability. This delivery falls under the LPG Tender program, which aims to ensure the steady flow of LPG to meet the demands of consumers.
The NPA has also highlighted that the boycott of the Quantum LPG Terminal and Tema Multi-Product Terminal by some LPGMCs has placed additional pressure on the remaining depots in Tema. This refusal to load from certain depots limits the volume of LPG that can be processed daily.
Despite these challenges, the NPA reassured the public that there is no imminent threat to the supply of LPG in the country. The Authority is collaborating closely with various stakeholders to prioritize loading for the Western Region to address ongoing challenges in that area.
As the Gas Processing Plant prepares to return to full production on October 15, 2024, the NPA will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to the public regarding the LPG supply and any developments related to the processing plant.
In September, both the Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo) and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) attributed recent power outages affecting some customers to issues at the GNGC Gas Processing Plant. The GPP supplies natural gas through a pipeline to the Takoradi Thermal Power Station in Aboadze, Western Region.
The Takoradi Thermal Power Station, which has been operational since 1997, was initiated by the Volta River Authority to complement the existing hydroelectric facilities at Akosombo and Kpong.
