The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, says government is committed to the Petroleum Hub Project, describing it as a cornerstone of Ghana’s future energy and economic transformation.
John Jinapor made the remarks during an official visit to the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) head office in Accra on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, as part of his familiarisation tour of agencies under the Ministry.
He commended the Corporation for its ongoing efforts to position Ghana as a competitive energy investment destination, stressing that the Petroleum Hub remains one of the country’s most ambitious strategic projects in the petroleum value chain.
“The Petroleum Hub is not just an infrastructure project — it is a bold vision to attract major global investment, create jobs, and anchor Ghana’s transition to a value-driven energy economy,” Jinapor said.
The Minister assured the management and staff of government’s full support in delivering on the project’s mandate and urged them to maintain professionalism, innovation, and neutrality in their work. He also hinted at further stakeholder engagements to refine implementation plans and ensure long-term feasibility.
Welcoming the Minister, Acting CEO of PHDC, Dr. Toni Aubynn, expressed appreciation for the visit and reaffirmed the Corporation’s commitment to advancing the project. He highlighted the Petroleum Hub’s transformative potential, drawing parallels with global success stories such as Singapore, the Netherlands, and Malaysia, where similar hubs have driven large-scale job creation and industrial growth.
“Malaysia’s hub created over 80,000 jobs in its first phase alone — Ghana can achieve even greater impact, especially for the youth of Jomoro and beyond,” Dr. Aubynn noted.
Deputy CEO for Operations and Technical, Mr. Onasis Rosely, also pledged tangible progress ahead of the next engagement, while Ms. Halimatu Sadia Abdulai, Deputy CEO for Finance and Administration, joined directors and senior management in welcoming the Minister’s delegation.
The Minister was accompanied by key officials from the Ministry, including Ing. Sulemana Abubakar, Acting Director for Power; Dr. Yusif Sulemana, Technical Advisor; and Mr. Richmond Rockson, Esq., Spokesperson and Director of Communication.
The Petroleum Hub Project, located in the Jomoro District of the Western Region, aims to establish Ghana as a leading downstream petroleum and petrochemical hub in West Africa — a catalyst for industrialisation, exports, and green energy transition.
