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The Minister of State-designate for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has detailed the decisive measures taken by the Mahama-led administration to address fuel supply disruptions caused by the closure of the Western Gas Pipeline.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Keypoints on Saturday, January 25, 2025, Kwakye Ofosu described the situation as a significant early challenge for the administration, which required immediate and strategic intervention.
“On just the second day of this government, the chief of staff convened an emergency meeting. By 4:00 pm, a comprehensive plan was developed and swiftly implemented. Within days, fuel supplies began reaching critical areas, stabilising what could have been a prolonged crisis,” he explained.
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The minister-designate praised the seamless collaboration among ministries and agencies, which he credited with preventing the situation from spiralling out of control.
“This was a test of our government’s ability to act decisively under pressure, and the results speak for themselves,” Kwakye Ofosu noted.
He also highlighted the professionalism of Ghana’s civil service, stating, “The capacity exists within our civil institutions. What’s needed is proper motivation to unleash their full potential.”
The swift response to the fuel supply disruption demonstrates the importance of proactive governance and effective crisis management systems.
According to Kwakye Ofosu, the incident underscores the need for continuous investment in infrastructure resilience and contingency planning.
The Western Gas Pipeline closure, which initially threatened to disrupt critical sectors, has become a case study in how coordinated leadership and efficient resource management can mitigate national emergencies.
“The ability to stabilise the situation so quickly shows that when governments are focused and teams are empowered, even the toughest challenges can be overcome,” he concluded.
