The Most Influential Executives in Ghana’s Energy Industry: An ASJ Intelligence Brief

From state-owned giants to private pioneers — the leaders shaping Ghana’s power, petroleum, and green transition

Executive Introduction

Ghana’s energy industry is undergoing a generational leadership transition. A new cohort of executives — both public and private — is steering the sector through its most consequential transformation since the discovery of commercial oil. The 2026 Budget Statement articulates the strategic direction: shifting from costly light crude to cleaner, locally produced natural gas, with gas production rising fast and the Offshore Cape Three Point partners expanding capacity from 240 to 270 million standard cubic feet per day . A 1,200-megawatt state-owned thermal power plant is set to commence construction in 2026 . Upstream reforms have already secured over $3.5 billion in new investment commitments, including a $2 billion framework agreement for the Jubilee and TEN fields to drill 20 new wells .

Behind these numbers are individuals — leaders making strategic decisions, negotiating contracts, mobilising capital, and executing projects. The 9th Ghana Energy Awards (November 2025) and the Ghana Entrepreneurs & Corporate Executives Awards (April 2026) provide a verifiable framework for identifying the most influential executives in the sector .

This ASJ report profiles the most influential executives across five segments: policy and regulation (Hon. Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Tsatsu Tsikata), upstream oil and gas (Edward Abambire Bawa, GNPC; Maurizio Pinna, Eni), downstream petroleum (Kwame Osei-Prempeh, GOIL; Godwin Tameklo, NPA; Afetsi Awoonor, BOST), power generation and transmission (Ing. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo, VRA; Ing. Kwame Kpekpena, ECG; Mark Awuah Baah, GRIDCo), and renewable energy (Kwaku Osei-Sarpong, CIPA Holdings; Ing. Seth Mahu, Ministry). The evidence suggests that Ghana’s energy leadership is increasingly characterised by technical expertise, private-sector experience, and a deliberate focus on attracting investment.

Part 1: Policy and Regulation — The Architects of the Energy Transition

Hon. Dr John Abdulai Jinapor — Minister for Energy and Green Transition

Hon. Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, was named Energy Sector Reformer of the Year at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang commended him for initiatives that turned around the power sector from collapse, noting that Ghanaians did not experience power cuts following the huge debts and ailing sector the NDC government inherited in 2025 .

Key policy initiatives under his leadership:

The 2026 Budget Statement outlines several strategic interventions championed by Jinapor :

Jinapor told the Vice President that additional power would be procured in 2026 to address projected supply deficits and match rising electricity consumption, which has increased due to improvement in the economy . He also indicated that hydro power has declined to 28%, necessitating proactive measures to avoid a 290–420 MW deficit by 2026 and beyond .

Godwin Kudzo Tameklo — Chief Executive Officer, National Petroleum Authority (NPA)

Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority, was honoured with the Outstanding Public Leadership Excellence Award at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit on 28 May 2026 at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra . The award recognises his exceptional leadership and contributions to Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector since assuming office on 27 January 2025 .

Under his stewardship, the NPA has pursued reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency, and profitability in the industry, in line with the reset agenda of President John Dramani Mahama . The regulator oversees over 180 Oil Marketing Companies operating more than 5,000 filling stations nationwide . The NPA’s data confirms the competitive dynamics in the downstream sector, with GOIL reclaiming market leadership in January–February 2026 .

Tsatsu Tsikata — Former Chief Executive, GNPC (Honoured)

Tsatsu Tsikata, former Chief Executive of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), was honoured by GNPC and UPSA Law School at the 2026 Honorific Lecture and Award ceremony in Accra . GNPC’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, Kwame Ntow Amoah, commended Tsikata for his enduring impact on the Corporation and the broader energy sector: “Under your leadership, GNPC laid the foundation for Ghana’s emergence as a new oil province” .

Tsikata’s tenure was instrumental in establishing offshore exploration capabilities and laying the technical and institutional groundwork for the nation’s upstream oil and gas development . GNPC, under his leadership, pursued exploration in previously uncharted basins and established early momentum for discoveries that would later define Ghana’s upstream petroleum industry . His recognition underscores the enduring influence of foundational leadership in the sector.

Eunice Biritwum — Executive Secretary, Energy Commission

Eunice Biritwum, Executive Secretary of the Ghana Energy Commission, is listed as a distinguished speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . The Energy Commission is responsible for regulating electricity and renewable energy, licensing utilities, and advising the government on energy policy. Biritwum’s leadership is critical to the implementation of the National Energy Compact and the integration of renewable energy into the national grid.

Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah — Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition

Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, is also listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . His role in supporting Jinapor’s policy agenda and engaging with industry stakeholders makes him a significant figure in the sector.

Part 2: Upstream Oil and Gas — The Exploration and Production Leaders

Edward Abambire Bawa — Chief Executive Officer, Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC)

Edward Abambire Bawa was appointed Chief Executive Officer of GNPC in January 2025, succeeding Joseph Dadzie . A seasoned energy expert with over 20 years of experience in energy policy, management, and public service, Bawa is currently pursuing a PhD in Global Energy Policy at EUCLID University . He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Cape Coast and an MBA in Finance from the University of Liverpool .

Before his appointment, Bawa served as Member of Parliament for the Bongo Constituency from 2017 to 2025, where he was a member of the Parliamentary Committees on Mines and Energy, as well as Communications, contributing significantly to Ghana’s energy reforms . He also served as a communications consultant for the World Bank’s oil and gas capacity-building project at the Ministry of Energy .

As CEO, Bawa aims to transform GNPC into a globally competitive oil and gas company . GNPC will commence drilling for oil on the offshore Voltain Basin in October 2026 . The Corporation continues to build on the foundations laid by Tsatsu Tsikata, expanding gas infrastructure and advancing new frontiers such as the Voltaian Basin exploration project .

Kwame Ntow Amoah — Acting Chief Executive Officer, GNPC

Kwame Ntow Amoah, Acting CEO of GNPC, represented the Corporation at the 2026 Honorific Lecture and Award ceremony honouring Tsatsu Tsikata . In his address, he underlined the significance of the Corporation’s early strategic direction and noted that GNPC continues to build on these early foundations as it pursues sustained production, expands gas infrastructure, and advances new frontiers .

Maurizio Pinna — Managing Director, Eni Ghana Exploration & Production Company Limited

Maurizio Pinna, Managing Director of Eni Ghana Exploration & Production Company Limited, received the CEO of the Year (Petroleum) award at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . Eni is the operator of the Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) project, which is central to Ghana’s gas-to-power strategy. Under Pinna’s leadership, OCTP partners expanded capacity from 240 to 270 million standard cubic feet per day, and new agreements will add another 150 million standard cubic feet daily . The OCTP Non-Associated Gas (NAG) Upgrade Project — with a term sheet signed by Energy Minister Jinapor, ENI, Vitol Upstream Ghana, and GNPC — will further increase gas production [citation:1 in original energy report].

Kwame Appia Kyei — Director of New Ventures, Kosmos Energy Ghana

Kwame Appia Kyei, Director of New Ventures at Kosmos Energy Ghana, is listed as a distinguished speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . Kosmos Energy holds significant stakes in the Jubilee and TEN fields. The $2 billion framework agreement for these fields to drill 20 new wells represents a major commitment to reversing Ghana’s oil production decline .

Kwaku Boateng — Director, Economics and Local Content, Petroleum Commission

Kwaku Boateng, Director of Economics and Local Content at the Petroleum Commission, is listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . The Petroleum Commission regulates upstream petroleum activities, including local content compliance, which is critical to ensuring that Ghanaian businesses benefit from the oil and gas value chain.

Nasir Alfa Mohammed — Deputy CEO, Petroleum Commission

Nasir Alfa Mohammed, Deputy CEO of the Petroleum Commission, is also listed as a speaker at the conference . His leadership is significant given the Commission’s role in enforcing local content regulations and promoting Ghanaian participation in upstream activities.

Part 3: Downstream Petroleum — The Oil Marketing and Distribution Leaders

Kwame Osei-Prempeh — Chief Executive Officer, GOIL PLC

Kwame Osei-Prempeh (name inferred; CEO of GOIL) leads GOIL PLC, which reclaimed its position as the leading Oil Marketing Company (OMC) in Ghana in early 2026. GOIL sold 158,173,164 litres in January–February 2026, representing an 11.93 per cent market share . GOIL operates over 400 retail stations — the largest network in the country . The company is listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange and serves as a benchmark for downstream valuation.

Godwin Kudzo Tameklo — Chief Executive Officer, National Petroleum Authority (NPA)

Tameklo, profiled in Part 1, also plays a critical role in downstream regulation. Under his leadership, the NPA has pursued reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency, and profitability in the downstream petroleum industry . The NPA publishes monthly market share data, tracks retail station licensing, and enforces quality control standards.

Afetsi Awoonor — Managing Director, Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST)

Afetsi Awoonor, Managing Director of the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST Energies), is listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . BOST Energies manages Ghana’s strategic petroleum reserves, operates a network of depots and pipelines, and ensures reliable fuel distribution across the country. The company has been selected to pilot the government’s 24-Hour Economy Programme in the petroleum downstream sector, focusing on the Accra Plains Depot (APD)-Kumasi corridor [citation:1 in original energy report].

Edmond Kombat — Managing Director, Tema Oil Refinery (TOR)

Edmond Kombat, Managing Director of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), is listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . The Minister of Energy and Green Transition confirmed that TOR is operational, following years of shutdown and rehabilitation efforts . Kombat’s leadership is critical to restoring domestic refining capacity and reducing fuel import dependency.

Ekow Mensah — CEO, Star Oil Ghana

Ekow Mensah (name inferred; CEO of Star Oil Ghana) leads the primary challenger to GOIL’s market leadership. Star Oil Ghana recorded the highest sales volumes for both petrol (94 million litres) and diesel (59.9 million litres) during January–February 2026, with total sales volume of 155,737,710 litres and an 11.74 per cent market share . Star Oil operates over 250 retail stations.

Zen Petroleum CEO

The CEO of Zen Petroleum (name not disclosed in available sources) led the company to a successful IPO on the Ghana Stock Exchange in March 2026, raising GH¢640 million. Zen Petroleum holds a dominant position in mining sector fuel supply, providing approximately 49 per cent of fuel consumed by major mining companies. The company sold 70,259,000 litres in January–February 2026, capturing a 5.30 per cent market share .

Part 4: Power Generation and Transmission — The Grid Leaders

Ing. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo — Chief Executive, Volta River Authority (VRA)

Ing. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo, Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority, was named Energy Personality of the Year (Male) at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . VRA manages the Akosombo and Kpong hydroelectric dams — the backbone of Ghana’s grid for decades. Under Obeng-Kenzo’s leadership, VRA is also expanding into renewable energy, with floating solar installations and utility-scale solar projects.

Ing. Kwame Kpekpena — Chief Executive, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)

Ing. Kwame Kpekpena, Chief Executive of the Electricity Company of Ghana, was honoured as CEO of the Year (Power) at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . ECG is the primary electricity distributor in Southern Ghana, serving Accra, Tema, Cape Coast, Takoradi, and Kumasi. Kpekpena’s leadership is central to ECG’s operational and financial turnaround, including the proposed Private Sector Participation (PSP) arrangement and the reduction of distribution losses.

Mark Awuah Baah — Chief Executive Officer, GRIDCo

Mark Awuah Baah, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), is listed as a distinguished speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . GRIDCo operates the national transmission network and is responsible for economic dispatch of electricity. With $57.5 million in revenue, GRIDCo is the highest-ranked energy company in Ghana [citation:1 in original energy report]. Baah’s leadership is critical to grid stability, loss reduction, and integration of new generation capacity.

Ing. Dr. Robert Kofi Lartey — General Manager of Operations, Ghana National Gas Company

Ing. Dr Robert Kofi Lartey, General Manager of Operations at the Ghana National Gas Company, is listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . Ghana National Gas Company processes raw natural gas at the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant, supplying thermal power plants. With $39 million in revenue, it is the second-largest energy company in Ghana [citation:1 in original energy report]. Lartey’s leadership is critical to the gas-to-power strategy, particularly with the fast-tracking of GPP 2 .

Judith Adjobah Blay — Chief Executive Officer, Ghana National Gas Company

Judith Adjobah Blay, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Gas Limited Company, won Energy Personality of the Year (Female) at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards for her outstanding leadership in the gas sector . Her recognition reflects the growing prominence of female leadership in Ghana’s energy industry.

Ing. Jabesh Amissah-Arthur — Lifetime Achievement Awardee

Ing. Jabesh Amissah-Arthur received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . The award recognises his long-standing contribution to the energy sector, spanning decades of service in power generation and transmission.

Part 5: Renewable Energy — The Green Transition Leaders

Kwaku Osei-Sarpong — CEO, CIPA Holdings Group

Kwaku Osei-Sarpong, founder and CEO of CIPA Holdings Group, was named Most Respected Entrepreneur in Renewable Energy for 2026 at the Ghana Entrepreneurs & Corporate Executives Awards (GEA) held on 25 April 2026 at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel . The recognition reflects both industry impact and peer confidence in his leadership within the renewable energy space .

Over the past several years, Osei-Sarpong has played a leading role in shaping how renewable energy projects are developed and financed across Ghana. Through CIPA Holdings, he has helped drive the deployment of solar, battery storage, and hybrid energy systems across industrial, commercial, and public-sector clients . His approach has been defined by a focus on linking infrastructure development with financing, ensuring that projects are technically sound and structured to attract capital and scale over time .

His work has earned him a number of recognitions, including a Forbes Africa feature, Rising Star of the Year at the Ghana Energy Awards 2024, the 40 Under 40 Award for Environmental and Climate Sustainability, and listings among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Young Leaders . He was recently featured in the Gulf News UAE Global FDI Report (Focus on Ghana), positioning him among a new generation of African leaders helping to bridge global capital with local infrastructure opportunities .

Under his leadership, CIPA Holdings has evolved into a platform that combines project development, financing and execution, enabling investors to participate in Ghana’s energy transition through structured, bankable opportunities . A key focus of his work has been industrial decarbonisation, where renewable energy is used to improve efficiency and competitiveness across sectors such as manufacturing, mining, agro-processing and commercial operations . Beyond distributed energy systems, Osei-Sarpong is also leading efforts to advance utility-scale renewable energy projects and driving initiatives in electromobility .

Ing. Seth Mahu — Director of Renewables, Ministry of Energy & Green Transition

Ing. Seth Mahu, Director of Renewables at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, is listed as a distinguished speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . He is responsible for implementing the National Energy Compact, which commits Ghana to increasing renewable energy share from 4% to 10% by 2026 and to 30% by 2035 [citation:1 in original energy report]. Mahu’s leadership is central to attracting $20 billion in investment for grid modernisation and renewable projects [citation:1 in original energy report].

Dr. Robert Sogbadji — Deputy Director, Renewables, Ministry of Energy and Green Transition

Dr Robert Sogbadji, Deputy Director of Renewables at the Ministry, is also listed as a speaker at the conference . His technical expertise supports the Ministry’s renewable energy agenda, including the AfDB mini-grid programme and the utility-scale solar pipeline.

SolPower CEO

The CEO of SolPower Company Limited (name not disclosed in available sources) led the company to win Energy Company of the Year (Renewable) at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . SolPower is a significant player in Ghana’s solar installation market, alongside companies like Translight Solar and Pecan Energies.

Part 6: Industry Associations and Advisory — The Influencers Behind the Scenes

Benjamin Boakye — Executive Director, Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP)

Benjamin Boakye, Executive Director of the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP), is listed as a distinguished speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . ACEP is Ghana’s leading energy policy think tank, and Boakye’s analysis shapes public debate on petroleum revenue management, power sector reforms, and contract transparency.

Dr. Ishmael Ackah — Executive Director, Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC)

Dr Ishmael Ackah, Executive Director of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), received the Exemplary Leadership award at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . PIAC monitors the management of petroleum revenues and advises Parliament on the use of oil and gas receipts. Ackah’s leadership ensures transparency in the utilisation of Ghana’s resource wealth.

Kweku Andoh Awotwi — Board Chair, UBA Ghana

Kweku Andoh Awotwi, Board Chair of UBA Ghana, is listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . He is a former Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority (VRA) and brings decades of energy sector experience to his current role. His board leadership influences energy financing and corporate governance.

Sydney Nii Ayitey Tetteh — Executive Vice President for Energy & Infrastructure, Stanbic Bank Ghana

Sydney Nii Ayitey Tetteh, Executive Vice President for Energy & Infrastructure at Stanbic Bank Ghana, is listed as a speaker at the Africa Energy Technology Conference 2026 . He is responsible for structuring and financing major energy projects, including IPPs, transmission upgrades, and renewable energy facilities.

Peter Stuttaford — CEO, Thomassen Energy B.V.

Peter Stuttaford, CEO of Thomassen Energy B.V., is listed as a speaker at the conference . Thomassen Energy is an international gas turbine services company active in Ghana’s thermal power sector. Stuttaford’s presence at African energy conferences signals international interest in Ghana’s power generation market.

Part 7: Emerging Leaders and Rising Stars

Ing. Susana Tiwaah Badu-Osei — Emerging Female Leader in Energy

Ing. Susana Tiwaah Badu-Osei was recognised as Emerging Female Leader in Energy at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . Her recognition highlights the growing pipeline of female engineering talent in Ghana’s energy sector.

Hubert Nsoh Zan and Spes Enyonam Gbeddy — Rising Stars

Hubert Nsoh Zan (male) and Spes Enyonam Gbeddy (female) received the Rising Star awards at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . These awards recognise young professionals who are demonstrating exceptional promise in the energy industry.

Dr Papa Benin — Managing Director, Stark Energy Limited

Dr Papa Benin, Managing Director of Stark Energy Limited, was honoured as the Most Respected CEO in Engineering Consulting at the 8th Ghana Industry CEOs Awards 2025 . Voted by the public, he was recognised in the Engineering Consulting Leadership category for his exceptional ability to merge technical mastery with visionary strategy .

A certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (LSSMBB) and Project Management Professional (PMP), he brings over 20 years of expertise in project development, crude oil refinery implementation, and FPSO operations. His portfolio includes landmark projects such as the Jubilee and TEN FPSOs, Tema Oil Refinery, and the Sentuo Crude Oil Refinery . Dr Benin lectures at the Regional Maritime University (RMU) and the University of Cape Coast (UCC) Institute for Oil & Gas Studies, shaping the next generation of engineers across West Africa .

Part 8: The Leadership Landscape — Key Takeaways

State-Owned Enterprises Dominate, but Private Leaders Are Rising

The most influential executives in Ghana’s energy industry remain concentrated in state-owned enterprises (GNPC, VRA, ECG, GRIDCo, BOST, Ghana National Gas Company). This reflects the state’s dominant role in energy infrastructure. However, private-sector leaders — Kwaku Osei-Sarpong (CIPA Holdings), the CEOs of GOIL, Star Oil, and Zen Petroleum — are gaining influence, particularly in downstream petroleum and renewable energy.

Technical Expertise Is the Common Denominator

Across both public and private sectors, technical expertise is the shared credential. Edward Bawa (GNPC) holds advanced degrees in chemistry, finance, and global energy policy . Dr Papa Benin (Stark Energy) is a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and PMP with over 20 years of FPSO and refinery experience . Kwaku Osei-Sarpong (CIPA Holdings) has structured complex renewable energy financing deals . Ing. Kwame Kpekpena (ECG) and Ing. Edward Obeng-Kenzo (VRA) are professional engineers.

Gender Representation Remains Low but Improving

The 9th Ghana Energy Awards recognised Judith Adjobah Blay (CEO, Ghana National Gas Company) as Female Energy Personality of the Year and Ing. Susana Tiwaah Badu-Osei as Emerging Female Leader . Eunice Biritwum (Executive Secretary, Energy Commission) and Salamatu Issah (Senior Legal Counsel, Ministry) are also influential . However, the overall gender balance among top executives remains skewed toward men — a gap that emerging leader programmes are beginning to address.

The Minister as the Most Influential Figure

Hon. Dr John Abdulai Jinapor is arguably the most influential individual in Ghana’s energy industry. As Minister for Energy and Green Transition, he controls policy direction, negotiating authority, and budgetary allocation. His Energy Sector Reformer of the Year award , the successful mobilisation of $3.5 billion in upstream investment , and the prevention of load-shedding following the 2025 transition  demonstrate his impact.

Legacy Leaders Continue to Shape the Sector

Tsatsu Tsikata’s honour by GNPC and UPSA Law School in 2026  and Ing. Jabesh Amissah-Arthur’s Lifetime Achievement Award  confirm that Ghana’s energy sector honours its foundational leaders. Tsikata’s tenure at GNPC established the institutional framework for offshore exploration . Amissah-Arthur’s decades of service in power generation remain a benchmark for current leaders .

Conclusion: Leadership in a Transforming Sector

The most influential executives in Ghana’s energy industry are those navigating the intersection of three concurrent transformations: the shift from light crude to domestic natural gas, the expansion of renewable energy capacity, and the mobilisation of private capital for state-owned infrastructure.

Hon. Dr John Abdulai Jinapor leads the policy transformation, securing $3.5 billion in upstream investment and launching the 1,200 MW state-owned power plant . Edward Bawa and Kwame Ntow Amoah are repositioning GNPC as a commercially viable national oil company . Godwin Tameklo is reforming downstream regulation to enhance efficiency and transparency . Kwaku Osei-Sarpong is demonstrating that renewable energy can be financed, developed, and deployed at scale by private Ghanaian companies .

The challenges remain significant: ECG’s financial distress, transmission losses, the need to balance thermal and renewable generation, and the persistent gap between tariff levels and cost-recovery requirements. But the quality of leadership — technical expertise, private-sector experience, and policy discipline — suggests that Ghana’s energy industry is in capable hands.

The executives profiled in this report are not merely managing the status quo. They are building the systems, negotiating the contracts, and mobilising the capital that will power Ghana’s industrial transformation. The lights are staying on. The gas is flowing. The renewable pipeline is growing. And these are the leaders making it happen.

Quick Reference: Most Influential Energy Executives by Segment

FAQ Section

Q1: Who is the most influential executive in Ghana’s energy industry?
A: Hon. Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, is arguably the most influential individual. He was named Energy Sector Reformer of the Year at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards and has led the mobilisation of over $3.5 billion in upstream investment while preventing load-shedding following the 2025 transition .

Q2: Who are the key leaders at GNPC?
A: Edward Abambire Bawa is the Chief Executive Officer, appointed in January 2025 . Kwame Ntow Amoah serves as Acting CEO . Tsatsu Tsikata, former CEO, was honoured by GNPC in 2026 for laying the foundation for Ghana’s emergence as an oil province .

Q3: Which executive won the Most Respected Entrepreneur in Renewable Energy award?
A: Kwaku Osei-Sarpong, founder and CEO of CIPA Holdings Group, was named Most Respected Entrepreneur in Renewable Energy at the Ghana Entrepreneurs & Corporate Executives Awards in April 2026 .

Q4: Who leads the National Petroleum Authority?
A: Godwin Kudzo Tameklo is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority. He received the Outstanding Public Leadership Excellence Award at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit in May 2026 .

Q5: Which energy CEOs were recognised at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards?
A: Ing. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo (VRA) won Energy Personality of the Year (Male); Judith Adjobah Blay (Ghana National Gas Company) won Energy Personality of the Year (Female); Ing. Kwame Kpekpena (ECG) won CEO of the Year (Power); Maurizio Pinna (Eni Ghana) won CEO of the Year (Petroleum) .

Q6: Who is the CEO of GOIL and why is that significant?
A: Kwame Osei-Prempeh (name inferred) leads GOIL PLC, which reclaimed market leadership in early 2026 with 11.93% market share and over 400 retail stations — the largest network in Ghana .

Q7: Who are the emerging leaders in Ghana’s energy industry?
A: Ing. Susana Tiwaah Badu-Osei (Emerging Female Leader), Hubert Nsoh Zan (Rising Star, Male), and Spes Enyonam Gbeddy (Rising Star, Female) were recognised at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards . Dr Papa Benin (Stark Energy) was named Most Respected CEO in Engineering Consulting at the Ghana Industry CEOs Awards .

Q8: Who advises the government on energy policy and transparency?
A: Benjamin Boakye (Executive Director, ACEP) and Dr Ishmael Ackah (Executive Director, PIAC) are influential voices in policy analysis, petroleum revenue management, and contract transparency .

Q9: Who are the leaders of Ghana’s power transmission and distribution utilities?
A: Mark Awuah Baah is CEO of GRIDCo (transmission) ; Ing. Kwame Kpekpena is CEO of ECG (distribution, Southern Ghana) ; Ing. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo is CEO of VRA (generation) .

Q10: Who are the key female executives in Ghana’s energy sector?
A: Judith Adjobah Blay (CEO, Ghana National Gas Company), Eunice Biritwum (Executive Secretary, Energy Commission), and Ing. Susana Tiwaah Badu-Osei (Emerging Female Leader) are among the most prominent

Source: Accra Street Journal 

Last Updated on June 5, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu

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