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President John Dramani Mahama has made a significant leadership shift, reassigning Edward Bawa from his newly appointed role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) to take up the position of Group CEO of GOIL, the nation’s leading indigenous oil marketing company.
Bawa, who took over as GNPC CEO on January 16, 2025, replacing Joseph Dadzie, will now head GOIL in a move that has drawn considerable attention. The reasons behind this sudden reassignment remain unclear, but sources indicate that the decision takes immediate effect.
This transition leaves the GNPC CEO position vacant, with no immediate announcement regarding a replacement. Given GNPC’s critical role in Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector and GOIL’s influence in the downstream industry, the move has sparked discussions within the energy sector.
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GOIL has played a vital role in Ghana’s energy security and economic development, and Bawa’s new role positions him to drive the company’s growth strategy.
Before his GNPC appointment, Bawa served as the Member of Parliament for Bongo Constituency from 2017 to 2025, where he was instrumental in shaping energy policies. He was also an active member of the Parliamentary Committees on Mines and Energy and Communications, influencing crucial legislative reforms.
Bawa’s expertise in Ghana’s energy sector extends beyond politics. He previously worked as a communications consultant for the World Bank’s Oil and Gas Capacity Building Project at the Ministry of Energy, leading public advocacy and stakeholder engagement efforts.
His professional background includes certifications in petroleum revenue management, upstream agreements, and energy commercialisation, reinforcing his suitability for this new leadership role. As he transitions to GOIL, industry observers will be watching closely to see how he navigates this new challenge and strengthens the company’s market position.
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