The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on Thursday, 27 November 2025, convened its maiden National LPG Forum at the Authority’s head office in Accra.
The event, the first of its kind, brought together key industry players, representatives of civil society organisations (CSOs), and other stakeholders in Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector. It represents a significant step toward broadening engagement on policies and developments in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) industry.
Welcoming participants, NPA Chief Executive Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq. explained that the initiative was designed to create a platform for open and constructive dialogue. He said such engagements are essential for assessing the current state of the sector, identifying emerging challenges, and exploring future prospects for the LPG industry.
According to Mr. Tameklo, the Authority remains committed to ensuring a transparent and collaborative regulatory environment. He noted that the LPG value chain continues to play a critical role in Ghana’s energy mix, particularly in promoting cleaner and more accessible household energy.
He emphasised that the forum provides regulators, partner agencies, and market operators an opportunity to exchange insights that can guide policy reforms and strengthen operational standards. “We aim to foster greater cooperation to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability across the industry,” he added.
Delivering the keynote address, Minister of Energy and Green Transition John Abdulai Jinapor highlighted the importance of stakeholder collaboration in achieving national energy objectives. He stressed that Ghana’s transition to cleaner energy sources requires deliberate and continuous engagement among all actors in the sector.
The Minister also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to expanding LPG access while ensuring that environmental and safety considerations remain at the forefront of policy implementation.
Participants welcomed the initiative, noting that it provides a platform for in-depth discussions on pricing, infrastructure development, safety regulations, and long-term investment opportunities.
The NPA indicated that the National LPG Forum will become an annual event, aimed at strengthening communication and promoting shared responsibility in the growth and transformation of Ghana’s LPG industry.
