Ghana is positioning itself to become a regional fuel distribution hub for Burkina Faso, according to Energy and Green Transition Minister John Jinapor, who credited recent operational improvements at the state-run Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) for helping to lay the groundwork for the strategic shift.
Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on July 16, Mr. Jinapor outlined key reforms in Ghana’s energy sector over the past seven months, with particular praise for BOST’s renewed efficiency and leadership under Managing Director Afetsi Awoonor and his deputy.
“I’m beginning to see positive trends at BOST, and we are already working to ensure that we extend a pipeline from Ghana to Burkina Faso,” Mr. Jinapor said. “This will position Ghana as the main hub for Burkina to lift petroleum products.”
Founded in 1993, BOST plays a central role in Ghana’s energy infrastructure, tasked with maintaining fuel reserves and overseeing the national oil distribution network. The company has been at the forefront of government efforts to bolster energy security and regional trade integration.
Mr. Jinapor pointed to tangible improvements at BOST, noting its strengthened capacity to manage strategic petroleum reserves. “BOST is working very well to improve our strategic reserves,” he said, commending the leadership team for their “strong competence.”
The minister also laid out a broader view of progress across the energy sector. Among the accomplishments highlighted were: the stabilization of national power supply, the expansion of petroleum reserves, and new reforms targeting corruption and inefficiencies.
“We have worked tirelessly to ensure a consistent and reliable energy supply for all Ghanaians,” Mr. Jinapor said. “We have increased our petroleum reserves, and the results are beginning to show.”
In terms of governance, the ministry has launched what it described as a sector-wide cleanup campaign to promote transparency and restore public trust. “We have launched a comprehensive initiative to clean up the energy sector, tackle corruption, and promote transparency,” he said.
Looking ahead, the minister called for continued collaboration among stakeholders to sustain momentum in Ghana’s energy transition and infrastructure development. “I am confident that we will continue to build on these achievements for a brighter energy future,” he concluded.
