Gas supply from Eni increases from 246 to 270 million standard cubic feet per day

Ghana’s struggling power sector has received a significant boost, following a successful gas infrastructure upgrade by Eni Ghana and its OCTP partners, Vitol Upstream Ghana Ltd and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC).

The upgrade, completed this month, has raised the country’s gas processing capacity from 246 to 270 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD), marking a key milestone in domestic energy development.

In a statement copied to The Chronicle, Eni Ghana said the advancement stems from improvements to its Non-Associated Gas (NAG) system under the Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) project, which has been operational since August 2018.

“This recent advancement will not only increase gas supply, but also significantly reduce Ghana’s reliance on oil-fuelled power generation. It delivers both economic and environmental benefits, reinforcing Ghana’s commitment to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future,” the statement said.

The statement further noted that natural gas from OCTP currently powers about 34% of Ghana’s electricity, supporting industries, homes, and businesses with a more stable and efficient energy source.

OCTP initially supplied 210 MMSCFD at the time of commissioning, but has steadily increased capacity through phased optimisations culminating in the latest output of 270 MMSCFD achieved on July 13, 2025.

Eni Ghana underscored the importance of strong partnerships and consistent investment in energy infrastructure, highlighting their role in building a resilient and diversified power sector capable of supporting long-term national development.

Present in Ghana since 2009, Eni is the operator of the OCTP project with a 44.4% share, alongside Vitol (35.6%) and GNPC (20%).

Beyond oil and gas production, the partners are implementing projects in training, economic diversification, access to water and sanitation and energy access.

With the latest boost in gas supply, Ghana is positioned to meet more of its electricity demands through domestic natural gas, reducing dependence on imported fuel and mitigating emissions, an important step in the nation’s broader energy transition agenda.

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