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The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has confirmed a full shutdown of the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant for 14 days, from 16 to 30 August 2025, in what it describes as a “critical maintenance exercise” to keep the facility in top shape.
The move, initiated by the Ghana National Gas Company, will see engineers descend on the Western Region facility for structural inspections, key repairs, and urgent system upgrades aimed at boosting reliability and efficiency.
The Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas), which operates the plant, will carry out intensive inspections, critical equipment repairs, and system upgrades during the period. According to the Ministry, the exercise is part of routine preventive maintenance, designed to keep the plant running safely and efficiently for years to come.
Spokesperson for the Ministry, Richmond Rockson, said alternative fuel supplies have been secured and coordination with power producers is already underway to cushion the effect on homes and businesses.
“We are not leaving anything to chance. Every contingency measure is in place to maintain electricity stability throughout this maintenance window,” Rockson stated.
The maintenance will also strengthen safety measures at the plant — a priority, given its central role in Ghana’s energy supply chain.
The Ministry has pledged regular public updates on the progress of the exercise and urged citizens to follow official channels for verified information. The shutdown, while inconvenient for the energy sector, is being framed as a bold move to safeguard national power stability and protect the plant from avoidable future disruptions.
Read the attached press statement in full below:
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