A new legislative push by the National Petroleum Authority is set to reshape how Ghana funds and manages its petroleum sector, with a proposed bill introducing fresh pricing structures and levies.
Chief Executive Officer Godwin Edudzi Tamakloe revealed that the draft legislation—yet to be laid before Parliament of Ghana—will include an $80 levy on every metric tonne of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
The proposed charge is intended to finance the country’s Cylinder Recirculation Model, a policy designed to improve safety and efficiency in LPG distribution.
Speaking during a working visit by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Energy, Mr Tamakloe explained that the broader reform agenda aims to streamline multiple petroleum-related levies into a more consolidated and transparent framework.
He noted that the bill will also introduce a Cylinder Recirculation Investment Margin, which would require parliamentary approval before implementation.
According to the NPA, these reforms are expected to enhance cost recovery mechanisms, improve regulatory oversight, and bring greater efficiency to Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry.
If approved, the proposals could mark a significant shift in how fuel-related charges are structured, while also raising questions about potential cost implications for consumers and industry players.
