A technical fault aboard the Jubilee Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel, Kwame Nkrumah, has resulted in a temporary disruption in gas supply, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition announced on Saturday May 10.

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An official statement released by the Ministry’s spokesperson, Richmond Rockson, Esq., revealed that the issue reportedly occurred around 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 10 and has since halted the regular flow of gas from the FPSO unit.

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The FPSO Kwame Nkrumah is a key installation in Ghana’s offshore oil and gas production infrastructure, and the affected compressor plays a critical role in gas processing and delivery.

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As a result, the technical failure has had a direct impact on the consistency of gas supply to downstream users.

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“Initial assessments suggest the need for significant repairs. The team is currently working diligently to implement necessary repairs to restore the supply of gas as soon as possible,” the statement said.

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The Ministry added that although the disruption is temporary, the damage to the compressor requires complex interventions, and restoring full operations will depend on the extent of repair work needed.

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Authorities are currently evaluating all possible measures to expedite the process without compromising safety or equipment standards.

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While the Ministry did not immediately specify how long the disruption would last, it acknowledged the potential implications for power generation and industrial operations that depend on consistent gas flow.

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As part of its response strategy, the Ministry noted that it is coordinating with relevant stakeholders in the energy sector, including power generation companies and regulators, to manage the situation and mitigate any ripple effects on electricity supply and industry operations.It added that further updates will be communicated to the public as work progresses on the FPSO vessel.

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The Ministry has therefore, assured citizens and industry partners of its commitment to resolving the issue promptly and maintaining transparency throughout the repair period.

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