GNPC and Explorco explain purpose of exploratory drilling in Ghana — MyJoyOnline
A delegation from the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) and its operating subsidiary GNPC Explorco visited Kampakuya Naa Yakubu Abukari II, the regent of the Dagbon Kingdom, at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi, Ghana. According to MyJoyOnline, company representatives expressed condolences to the royal family and the people of Dagbon following the death of Dagbon's overlord.
The delegation was led by GNPC Chief Executive and GNPC Explorco board member Kwame Ntow Amoah. It also included GNPC Explorco Managing Director Samuel Opoku Arthur, members of the GNPC and GNPC Explorco management teams, and GNPC Foundation Managing Director Helga Boadi.
Regent's calls
In an address delivered on behalf of the Zangbalun Naa Regent by Dr. Jacob Yakubu II, the regent urged GNPC and GNPC Explorco to prioritize job creation and skills development for Dagbon's youth.
He also asked the companies to strictly comply with environmental protection requirements, implement community development initiatives, and maintain transparent and proactive communication with traditional leaders and local residents. Separately, the regent requested corporate support for the ongoing construction of the historic Gbewaa Palace.
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Purpose of the planned drilling
Kwame Ntow Amoah said that GNPC and GNPC Explorco seek a long-term partnership with the Gbewaa Palace, traditional leaders, and communities in the project area. According to him, since 2018 the companies have been collecting seismic data and conducting technical studies to better understand the basin's geology.
At the same time, he stressed that the planned drilling should not be regarded as confirmation of an oil or gas discovery. The exploratory well is intended to determine whether hydrocarbons are present and assess their potential for commercial development. Data from the well are also expected to provide additional information about the subsurface and help make further exploration decisions.
Samuel Opoku Arthur thanked traditional leaders and communities for their cooperation with Explorco teams. He noted that open dialogue and continuous engagement with local communities would be important for the project's implementation.
