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GOIL, Star Oil warn of possible fuel shortages after ICUMS outage
GOIL PLC and Star Oil Ghana have warned customers about possible fuel shortages at some filling stations across the country following a technical problem with the Integrated Customs Management System.
In a public notice to customers, GOIL explained that the system, which is used to process tax liabilities for oil marketing companies, has been experiencing an outage since Thursday.
According to the company, the problem has prevented oil marketing companies from loading petroleum products from fuel depots for distribution to service stations.
It noted that because of the disruption, some of its stations across the country may temporarily run low on fuel.
The Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of GOIL, Edward Abambire Bawa, expressed regret over the situation and apologised to customers for the inconvenience.
He explained that the company understands the impact the situation could have on motorists and transport operators who rely on its products for their daily activities.
Star Oil also confirmed the challenge in a separate message to customers, explaining that the outage has affected the entire petroleum industry.
The company indicated that oil marketing companies have been unable to process the required documents needed to load fuel due to the system failure.
It added that some of its stations could run out of fuel faster because many of them record high sales compared to their underground storage capacity.
Both companies assured customers that they were engaging the relevant authorities to resolve the problem so that normal fuel supply could resume.
They thanked customers for their patience and continued support while efforts are being made to restore the system.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Highway Authority has announced a temporary traffic management arrangement on sections of the Accra Tema Motorway and the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange as construction work continues on the motorway expansion project.
In a public announcement issued on March 5, the Authority explained that the arrangement forms part of ongoing construction works under the Accra Tema Motorway and Extension Projects.
It noted that the traffic adjustment is required to allow contractors carry out T beam launching works for the expansion of the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange Bridge on the N1 highway.
Under the arrangement, lanes on the N4 northbound carriageway, which serves traffic moving from Accra to Madina, will be temporarily closed.
Meanwhile, the southbound carriageway from Madina to Accra, which currently has four lanes, will be reconfigured into two lanes in each direction to accommodate traffic moving both ways.
The Authority indicated that the temporary traffic changes will take effect from Monday, March 9, 2026 and are expected to last for four months.
According to the statement, the lane reduction is necessary to create a safe working space for construction personnel and to ensure the safety of motorists using the road.
The Authority therefore advised drivers to be cautious, obey traffic signs and cooperate with traffic management officials throughout the construction period.
It encouraged members of the public who require further information to contact its Public Affairs Division through WhatsApp on 0551622244.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The National Chief Imam, Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has congratulated the Government and people of Ghana as the country marks its 69th Independence Day, urging citizens to renew their commitment to national unity and democratic values.
In a statement to commemorate the celebration on March 6, he encouraged Ghanaians to use the occasion to strengthen their dedication to constitutional democracy, economic progress, interfaith harmony and peaceful coexistence.
He observed that the world was currently facing several challenges, including the rise of authoritarian governments and increasing military conflicts among nations.
According to him, humanity was experiencing turbulent times, with genocidal attitudes and violent extremism becoming more widespread in different parts of the world.
The Chief Imam explained that such global developments should inspire Ghanaians to come together and deepen their commitment to nation building while embracing unity in diversity.
He noted that although colonialism left a painful mark on the country’s history, Ghanaians could take comfort in their collective determination to overcome colonial subjugation and build a free nation.
Reflecting on the country’s independence struggle, he indicated that Ghanaians now remembered the victory for liberty rather than the hardship endured during the fight against tyranny.
The National Chief Imam offered prayers for divine guidance and blessings for the President, John Dramani Mahama, the Government and the people of Ghana.
By: Jacob Aggrey
