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Ghana Gas debunks claims by Oforikrom MP over Atuabo plant shutdown
The Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) has dismissed claims by the Member of Parliament for Oforikrom that the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant is still not working after a recent maintenance shutdown.
In a statement, the company said the reports being circulated on social and traditional media were “false and misleading.”
It explained that the planned maintenance was successfully completed ahead of schedule and in line with international safety and operational standards.
According to Ghana Gas, the plant was restarted on August 27, 2025, and has since been delivering gas safely to major consumers, including power producers and industries.
The company noted that the shutdown works involved calibration of safety systems, overhaul of the main transmission compressor, servicing of the heat medium system, and replacement of the system fluid as recommended by the manufacturers.
It added that in previous years, restarting the plant after such major works had taken at least 14 days, but this year the team managed to complete the process in just five days.
Ghana Gas described the achievement as proof of improved planning, efficiency, and technical excellence.
Management also revealed that both the Chief Executive Officer and the Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Technical and Operations had personally commended the technical team for the job done ahead of schedule.
Ghana Gas assured the public that the Atuabo plant is in good condition and continues to supply reliable gas to support national energy needs.
The company further urged the media and commentators to verify information from official sources before publication, stressing that unverified claims only mislead the public and create unnecessary panic.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Five aspirants file nominations for NPP presidential primary
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced that five aspirants have successfully filed their nominations to contest in the party’s upcoming presidential primary.
In a statement released on Thursday, August 28, 2025, the Presidential Elections Committee said the aspirants include former NPP General Secretary Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, Assin Central MP, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Minister of Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and Minister of Education Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum.
The Committee recalled that nominations were officially opened on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, by the General Secretary on behalf of the National Council for party members interested in vying for the flagbearer position.
It assured party members and the public that the process would be conducted in a transparent, credible, and fair manner, in line with the party’s constitution and regulations.
The NPP presidential primary is scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Water supply to be disrupted in Tema and Accra due to emergency repairs- Ghana Water Limited
Residents in Tema Metropolis and several parts of Accra will experience a temporary interruption in water supply following damage to a major transmission pipeline serving the Kpong Treatment Plant.
Ghana Water Limited (GWL) announced on Thursday, August 28, 2025, that the damage had forced an immediate shutdown of the plant to allow for emergency repair works.
The repairs, which have already begun, is expected to last three days.
According to GWL, the affected areas include Ashaiman, Gbetsele, Akatamanso, Klagon, Lashibi, Baatsonaa, Spintex, parts of East Legon, and nearby communities.
The company has advised customers in these areas to store enough water while supply is still available.
GWL encouraged essential service providers, especially schools and hospitals, to contact them for support during the period through their hotlines, WhatsApp numbers, or social media handles.
The company assured the public that water supply would be restored immediately after the completion of the repair works.
It also apologised for the inconvenience and thanked customers for their patience and understanding.
By: Jacob Aggrey
