By Nelson Ayivor
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has dismissed LPG Shortage Claims circulating in sections of the media, assuring consumers that there is sufficient stock to meet national demand.
In a press release issued on Friday, 20 February 2026, the Authority urged the public to disregard commentary suggesting an imminent shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
The statement follows remarks attributed to the Chief Executive of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies, Dr Riverson Oppong, who reportedly advised the public to fill their gas cylinders in anticipation of supply constraints.
The NPA stated that it had taken notice of news publications carrying the commentary and sought to clarify the situation to prevent unnecessary anxiety in the market.
“The NPA wishes to assure the general public that there is enough LPG in stock to meet demand.”
The Authority indicated that Ghana presently has LPG reserves covering over a month of consumption, providing a comfortable buffer against any immediate supply disruptions.
By highlighting both the volume of existing stock and increased domestic output, the Authority aimed to dispel fears that consumers might face difficulties in accessing LPG in the coming weeks.
Speculation about shortages can trigger panic buying, which in turn places temporary pressure on supply chains. The NPA’s intervention appears designed to prevent such a scenario.
Beyond current reserves, the Authority also pointed to additional shipments scheduled to arrive soon.
“Additionally, as per the national import plan, the country is expected to take delivery of an LPG cargo within the next 2 weeks to further shore up the existing stock level and keep the market well supplied.”
The incoming consignment, the NPA explained, will further strengthen stock levels and ensure continuous supply across the country.
The combination of domestic refinery production and planned imports, the Authority maintained, provides strong assurance that the market will remain stable.
This forward-looking supply arrangement underscores the regulator’s confidence that there is no basis for alarm.
The NPA cautioned consumers against panic buying, stressing that such behaviour is unnecessary and could create artificial shortages where none exist. The Authority’s message was clear: there is no impending crisis in Ghana’s LPG market.
“Consumers are hereby advised to desist from panic buying and be rest assured that there is no impending shortage of LPG in Ghana.”
Panic purchasing, particularly in the energy sector, can distort normal distribution patterns and lead to temporary scarcities at retail outlets. By urging calm, the regulator seeks to maintain steady demand patterns and avoid disruptions in supply logistics.
While the NPA did not directly address the substance of those claims, it firmly rejected the notion that Ghana is facing an LPG supply crisis.
The Authority’s swift response reflects the sensitivity of energy supply issues in Ghana, where LPG remains a critical fuel for cooking and household energy use. Any suggestion of disruption often draws significant public attention.
This latest statement from the NPA highlights the regulator’s broader responsibility to ensure market stability and protect consumers from misinformation.
In energy markets, confidence plays a vital role alongside physical supply. Ensuring accurate information helps prevent unnecessary volatility.
With over a month’s stock already available, local refinery production at high levels, and additional imports expected shortly, the Authority insists that the supply chain remains intact.
The NPA maintains that Ghana’s LPG market is adequately supplied and that consumers can continue their normal purchasing patterns without fear of shortage.