Totobi Quakyi, Charlotte Osei and 7 others appointed to Ghana Gas Board

President Mahama constitutes new leadership team for strategic energy company

President John Mahama has appointed a nine-member board to steer the affairs of the Ghana National Gas Limited Company (GNGLC), signaling a strategic move to strengthen leadership at one of the country’s key energy institutions. The appointments include well-known national figures such as former Minister for National Security, Kofi Totobi Quakyi, who will serve as Chairman, and former Electoral Commission Chairperson, Charlotte Osei.

Seasoned leadership for a vital sector

The new board reflects a blend of political experience, public service, and regional representation. Kofi Totobi Quakyi’s appointment as Chairman brings decades of governmental expertise to the fore, particularly in national security and public administration. His leadership is expected to provide stability and direction for the board as Ghana Gas navigates complex energy demands and infrastructure development.

Charlotte Osei’s inclusion adds further weight, given her international profile and experience in institutional governance. Her presence on the board underscores the government’s intent to instill credibility and oversight in Ghana Gas operations.

Full Board composition

According to a statement released on April 30 by Richard Ernest Kirk-Mensah, Head of Communication at Ghana Gas, the full list of appointees is as follows:

• Kofi Totobi Quakyi – Chairman
• Judith Adjobah Blay – Acting CEO, Ghana Gas
• Charlotte Osei – Former EC Chairperson
• Emmanuel Vincent
• Nasira Afrah Gyekye (MP)
• Samuel Kwame Borlu
• Awulae Agyefi Kwame II
• Baba Abdul Jamal Adama
• Blay Nyameke Armah (MP for Sekondi)

A mandate to transform

Ghana Gas lauded the President’s decision, describing the appointments as a vote of confidence in the board’s capacity to guide the company through operational reforms and strategic growth.

“We look forward to working with the new board to enhance the company’s operations, address challenges, ensure quality standards, and foster peaceful coexistence,” the company’s official statement read.

The incoming board faces high expectations to advance Ghana’s energy security, improve infrastructure, and maximize the country’s natural gas potential for domestic and industrial use.

A New Chapter for Ghana Gas

The formation of the new board comes at a time when the energy sector is under increasing scrutiny, both for efficiency and transparency. With this blend of seasoned leaders and fresh perspectives, stakeholders are hopeful the board will bring renewed momentum and accountability to Ghana Gas, a critical player in the country’s energy value chain.