Government Continues Intervention to Cushion Consumers at the Pumps

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Source: Ministry of Energy & Green Transition | Date Issued: May 15, 2026

PRESS RELEASE

GOVERNMENT CONTINUES INTERVENTION TO CUSHION CONSUMERS AT THE PUMPS

Following a cabinet meeting chaired by His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, Government reviewed developments on the international petroleum market and approved a temporary measure aimed at cushioning consumers from rising fuel prices.

The Government made a temporary intervention in the pricing of petroleum products effective 16th April, 2026 by absorbing GHS2.00 per litre on the price of diesel and GHS0.36 per litre on petrol. The intervention was intended to remain in force for one month, ending 15th May, 2026 to cushion consumers from the impact of rising global prices driven by geopolitical tensions.

Following the latest review, Government has decided to intervene in the price of diesel by absorbing GHS1.07 per litre effective 16th May, 2026.

This decision is necessary to ensure sustainable distribution of petroleum products across the country while continuing to provide relief to consumers.

This intervention is expected to last for a period of two pricing-windows, subject to review.

Signed

RICHMOND ROCKSON, ESQ. SPOKESPERSON AND HEAD OF COMMUNICATION

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