The newly constituted Governing Board of the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) has signalled a strong commitment to collaboration and results-driven leadership following its first official meeting in Accra.
The maiden meeting, held on Thursday at the Corporation’s Head Office, marked the formal commencement of the Board’s work under the PHDC’s enabling Act, setting the tone for closer cooperation with Management to accelerate the delivery of the Petroleum Hub Project at Jomoro.
Chairman of the Board, Mr. George Blay-Morkeh, said the Board would prioritise teamwork and strategic oversight to ensure the successful implementation of the ambitious project, which is expected to deliver wide-ranging benefits to host communities and significantly contribute to Ghana’s economic growth.
He described the Board as a blend of seasoned professionals drawn from diverse backgrounds, noting that their collective expertise would be leveraged to advance PHDC’s vision of positioning Ghana as Africa’s leading petroleum and petrochemical hub.
Mr. Blay-Morkeh also assured Management and staff of the Board’s commitment to their welfare, stressing that a motivated and well-supported workforce would be key to realising the Petroleum Hub initiative.
On his part, the Chief Executive Officer of PHDC, Dr. Toni Aubynn, welcomed the Board members and thanked them for responding to President John Dramani Mahama’s call to serve the nation. He emphasised the importance of strong governance, strategic guidance, and stakeholder engagement as the Corporation pushes forward with the project.
Dr. Aubynn noted that the Petroleum Hub Project has the potential to transform the Jomoro area into a major industrial and economic enclave while boosting Ghana’s standing in the continental energy landscape. He assured the Board of Management’s full cooperation and pledged a united front in achieving the Corporation’s mandate.
Following the meeting, Board members toured the PHDC offices and engaged with staff, reaffirming their readiness to support them in the effective discharge of their responsibilities.
The PHDC Board was officially inaugurated on November 20, 2025, by the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr. John Abdulai Jinapor. The Board is chaired by Mr. George Blay-Morkeh, with members including Dr. Toni Aubynn, Mr. David Ampofo, Mr. Francis Tettey-Sackey, Mr. Patrick Ofori, Mr. Abednego Akuteck, and Dr. Mizpah Ama Dziedzorm Rockson.
