Stephen Ayesu Ntim, National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, has been named National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Board Chairman.

Joe Addo-Yobo, who has led the NPA board since 2017, steps down to make way for him.

Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh revealed on Facebook that Mr. Ntim took office following a brief ceremony at the ministry.

“Today, 21st May, 2024, I swore into office, newly appointed Board Chairman of the Board of Directors of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Stephen Ayesu Ntim

“I charged the new chairman of the downstream regulator to focus on key priorities; strengthening regulatory frameworks, enhancing operational efficiencies, and ensuring that the NPA operates with the highest standards of integrity and accountability.

“[The] National Chairman of my beloved New Patriotic Party, Mr. Ntim is not new to leadership and therefore, I have no doubt that, he has what it takes to steer the NPA to achieve its objectives for the benefit of all Ghanaians.