John Jinapor is the Minister of Energy and Green Transition

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced that oil and gas company ENI will increase its natural gas supply by 30 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), effective Sunday, July 13, 2025.

This development will bring the total natural gas supply to 270 MMscfd and result in the temporary suspension of gas export operations to facilitate the increase.

In a statement issued on July 9, 2025, the Ministry said, “Effective Sunday, July 13, 2025, ENI will increase its natural gas supply by 30 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), thereby elevating the total supply to 270 MMscfd. This strategic upgrade is a key step in bolstering our energy infrastructure and ensuring a reliable energy supply for the nation.”

The statement, signed by the Minister’s spokesperson, Richmond Rockson, Esq., explained that the temporary suspension of gas exports is a necessary step to optimise the supply chain and implement the increase smoothly.

“Consequently, there will be an impact on the availability of gas for power generation during this period. The Ministry, in collaboration with key stakeholders in the power sector, has proactively implemented comprehensive measures to mitigate any potential disruptions.

"These measures include enhanced monitoring of power generation and contingency plans to ensure minimal impact on power supply. We are confident that these proactive steps will effectively manage the transition and maintain a stable power supply for all citizens,” the statement added.

Earlier, the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, announced a scheduled nationwide power interruption on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Speaking at a groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of the 161kV Anwomaso-to-Kumasi transmission line on July 8, the energy minister John Jinapor explained that ENI’s planned maintenance activity will require a temporary halt in gas supply, leading to short-term power outages.

“This Sunday, July 13, ENI will turn off their valves temporarily to increase gas production to about 270 MMscf. It means that we are stabilising the energy sector,” he stated.

The Ministry reiterated its commitment to ensuring a stable and sustainable energy future for all Ghanaians.

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