The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, has hinted at plans to amend Ghana’s 20-year-old NPA Act to address changing market conditions and strengthen regulation of the petroleum downstream sector.

Mr Tameklo said a new bill is expected to be presented to Parliament as part of efforts to modernise the legal framework governing the industry.

He made the remarks on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, during a working visit by Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to the NPA.

Why the NPA Act Needs Amendment

According to Mr Tameklo, the existing law, the National Petroleum Authority Act, 2005 (Act 691), was enacted at a time when the petroleum market was different from what it is today.

He explained that the industry has evolved over the past two decades, creating the need for a comprehensive review to ensure that regulation keeps pace with market developments.

The NPA chief executive noted that regulators often face the challenge of responding to changes in the market, making it necessary to update laws to reflect new industry realities.

He indicated that the proposed amendment would seek to bring the regulatory framework in line with current demands in the petroleum sector.

Review of Petroleum Pricing System

Mr Tameklo also highlighted the need to adjust the Unified Petroleum Price Fund (UPPF), which helps manage differences in petroleum transportation costs across the country.

He explained that fuel is an essential commodity and that allowing prices to vary significantly between locations could create economic difficulties for some communities.

According to him, the pricing system must take into account the impact of transportation costs on consumers, particularly those living in the northern parts of Ghana.

He warned that residents in areas with higher distribution costs could face an additional financial burden if the system does not adequately address those differences.

Protecting Consumers Across Ghana

The NPA chief executive argued that maintaining a fair petroleum pricing framework is important to avoid placing consumers in certain parts of the country at a disadvantage.

He noted that unlike some commodities whose prices can vary widely from one location to another, petroleum requires careful regulation because of its importance to households, businesses and the wider economy.

The proposed changes are therefore expected to consider how the law can respond to developments in the market while supporting effective regulation and a more balanced pricing structure.

What Happens Next?

The proposed bill is expected to be submitted to Parliament for consideration. Any amendments will depend on the legislative process and the final provisions presented for approval.

The development could open further discussions about how Ghana regulates fuel distribution, transportation costs and other activities within the downstream petroleum industry.

For now, the NPA has signalled its intention to review the existing legal framework to ensure it remains relevant to the needs of the sector.

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