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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
Ghanaian cinema continues to break boundaries as Vibes The Movie has received an official nomination at the prestigious Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) in Toronto.
This latest international recognition is another proud moment for Ghana and a powerful testament to the creativity, originality, and global appeal of Ghanaian storytelling.
Directed by Big Ghun and starring Jeffrey Nortey, Vibes The Movie evolved from the hugely successful social media series, where the beloved characters Obolo Tui and Lil Pui captured the hearts of millions with their unique blend of rap, comedy, and relatable stories about the everyday struggles and ambitions of Ghanaian youth.
The film has already brought honour to Ghana on the international stage, most recently winning an Outstanding Achievement Award at the American Motion Pictures Festival in the United States.
The Chronicle noted that the film was recognized for its originality, craftsmanship, and storytelling impact among a competitive pool of global entries.
Now, with a nomination at TINFF in Canada, Vibes The Movie continues its remarkable journey from the streets of Accra to some of the world’s most respected film platforms.
The nomination underscores the growing global appreciation for authentic African stories and confirms that Ghanaian filmmakers are making a significant mark in international cinema.
As Vibes The Movie flies the Black Star high in Toronto, Ghana celebrates yet another cultural achievement that showcases the country’s talent, resilience, and storytelling excellence to the world
A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has broken silence on the deep-seated internal machinations within the party, warning that the continuous victimization of members could severely jeopardize unity ahead of the general elections.
In a post on the party’s internal democratic processes, the former National Entrpreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) boss, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah revealed how personal ambitions were stifled by party elites in the Asante Akyem Central constituency, despite overwhelming grassroots support.
According to the aggrieved party member, the decision to run for the parliamentary seat was not a self-serving agenda but a direct response to a call to service by the local constituents.
“My Asante Akyem Central people loved my politics and approached me to come and serve them as MP,” he stated.
He added that “But my own party elders blocked me and supported the incumbent MP to cheat through the system as if I was an outsider.”
The unfair playing field he revealed led to a massive financial distress. The stalwart disclosed incurring massive debts across two consecutive primary election cycles, alongside other personal challenges.
Despite the systemic sabotage, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah noted that he remained loyal, continuously defending both the NPP party and the government’s policies at all levels.
“Seeing what’s going on in the current polling station elections in several constituencies, it seems not much has changed,” he warned.
“The victimization of those who want to challenge current or former MPs should stop,” he stated.
With the general elections approaching, he cautioned,”You don’t treat party people anyhow and expect unconditional unity for the general elections.”
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
