The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has cautioned that fuel stations operating without the legally required license face immediate closure and possible decommissioning.
In a statement, the NPA reaffirmed its mandate under the National Petroleum Authority Act, 2005 (Act 691), as amended, to regulate all commercial activities involving the storage, distribution, and sale of petroleum products. The move aims to curb illicit operations and reinforce compliance in the downstream petroleum industry.
Citing Section 11 of the Act, the Authority stressed that no person or entity may engage in petroleum-related business without a license granted by the NPA Board. This applies to activities including importation, exportation, re-exportation, shipment, transportation, processing, refining, storage, distribution, marketing, and sale of petroleum products such as crude oil, gasoline, diesel, LPG, and kerosene.
The NPA also reminded the public that under Section 12 of the Act, licenses can only be issued to Ghanaians or foreign companies in registered joint ventures with Ghanaian partners, in line with local content and participation requirements. Licensed operators are further required to display their permits prominently at their business premises.
The Authority emphasised that strict enforcement is vital to ensure safety, protect consumers, and maintain public confidence in Ghana’s regulated petroleum supply chain, particularly amid growing energy demand and market expansion.
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