- NPA has assured the public that there is no shortage of LPG
- The authority stated that there is sufficient LPG
- The authority urged the LPGMCs to reconsider their stance
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has assured the public that there is no shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in Ghana.
The authority stated that there is sufficient LPG to meet national demand, and there is no need for fear or panic.
According to the NPA, the opening stock of LPG as of October 9, 2024, was enough to last almost two weeks of national consumption.
Additionally, the Sentuo Oil Refinery is producing LPG daily to supplement the supply.
The NPA also announced that more than 20,000 metric tonnes of LPG is scheduled to be delivered between October 21st and 27th, 2024, under the LPG Tender program.
To address recent supply shortages in the Western and parts of the Central Region, the NPA directed LPG Marketing Companies (LPGMCs) to load LPG from Tema to serve their retail outlets.
These shortages were attributed to a recent power challenge that affected the natural gas processing plant in Atuabo.
However, the power challenge has been resolved, and the plant is expected to return to full production soon.
The NPA also expressed concern about the boycott of the Quantum LPG Terminal and Tema Multi-Product Terminal by some LPGMCs, which has limited the volume of LPG that can be loaded from Tema depots.
The authority urged the LPGMCs to reconsider their stance and collaborate to ensure adequate LPG supply.
Overall, the NPA reassured the public that there is no threat to the supply of LPG in Ghana and that the authority is working closely with all parties to address any challenges and ensure a consistent supply of the product.
