President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned the Sahara LPG Vessel, marking a major step in strengthening Ghana’s energy infrastructure and supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources.

Describing the occasion as more than a ceremonial event, the President said the commissioning represents “a significant milestone in strengthening the infrastructure that underpins the global liquefied petroleum gas supply chain.”

He noted that energy access and the shift toward cleaner energy remain defining challenges of the era, emphasising that liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) continues to play a critical role in the transition.

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President Mahama further highlighted the importance of collaboration, stating that the project reflects the power of strategic partnerships and forward-looking investments aimed at improving energy security for Ghana, West Africa, and the African continent.

He added that Ghana, like many of its neighbours, recognises the transformative potential of LPG in driving socio-economic development and expanding access to cleaner energy solutions.