ENI and its partners in Ghana’s Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) project have signed an agreement with the government to increase domestic gas supply by about 30%, in a move aimed at strengthening energy security and supporting power generation.
The agreement covers the Sankofa and Gye Nyame fields, operated by Eni offshore Ghana and linked to the onshore network through the John Agyekum Kufuor floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel.
Gas production from OCTP currently stands at about 270 million cubic feet per day, following earlier upgrades from initial levels of 210 MMcfd when production began in 2018. The new plan targets an increase to around 350 MMcfd by 2028, according to sector officials.
The expansion will be driven by further development of the Gye Nyame field and upgrades to gas processing and compression systems on the FPSO, which are expected to add about 80 MMcfd in additional capacity.
Ghana’s Petroleum Commission said the agreement establishes a framework of commercial principles to support the development of new gas infrastructure, while ensuring stability in supply to the domestic market.
Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor said the deal signals continued investor confidence in Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector and reinforces the country’s commitment to a stable investment environment.
Eni said the agreement provides a basis for expanding production from OCTP, which already plays a central role in Ghana’s gas supply system and supports a large share of fuel used for power generation.
The OCTP block is operated by Eni with a 44.4% stake, alongside Vitol with 35.6%, and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation holding 20%.
Once completed, the expansion is expected to strengthen Ghana’s domestic gas availability, which is critical for electricity production and reducing reliance on imported fuels.
