The Ghana Gas Company has announced a major technical failure at its gas processing plant, leading to an emergency shutdown and subsequent power supply disruptions across parts of the country.
In an official statement released on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the company confirmed the complete failure of the Burner Management System (BMS) controller for the Heat Medium System (HMS).
Preliminary assessments indicate the affected system is severely damaged and will require a full replacement.
The unforeseen fault has forced an emergency shutdown of the plant, resulting in a temporary curtailment of gas supply to thermal power plants. Consequently, some regions are already experiencing power supply disruptions.
The company assured the public that a comprehensive technical and safety risk assessment is currently underway to determine the most effective and secure pathway for restoring operations in the shortest possible time.
A dedicated team of engineers is working diligently, around the clock, to replace the damaged system and expedite the restoration process.
According to Ghana Gas, subject to the outcome of ongoing assessments, the plant will commence processes to restore operations in the shortest possible time.
“The public is kindly urged to bear with us during this period of disruption. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding and cooperation,” the statement read.
Ghana Gas has promised to continue providing timely updates as the situation evolves.
