The Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has received one million barrels of Ghana’s indigenous Jubilee Medium Sweet Crude, a major milestone in efforts to revive the country’s only state-owned refinery and strengthen domestic petroleum production.
The crude cargo, delivered aboard the MT Apache, arrived on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, providing fresh feedstock to sustain refinery operations and support Ghana’s growing energy needs.
In a statement issued on Thursday, July 16, 2026, TOR described the latest delivery as another significant step in its operational recovery.
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“These supplies have enabled the Refinery to continue producing petroleum products for both the domestic and regional markets, advancing Ghana’s energy security while promoting industrialisation and value addition,” the refinery stated.
Domestic crude supply
The latest shipment marks the second consignment of locally produced crude oil supplied to TOR under the current administration.
The refinery noted that the steady supply of domestic crude has played a crucial role in sustaining production and reducing dependence on imported feedstock.
Over the past three months, TOR has successfully secured three separate one-million-barrel crude consignments comprising Bonga Crude, Baleine Crude and Jubilee Medium Sweet Crude.
The refinery said the uninterrupted supply chain reflects ongoing efforts to restore full refining capacity.
Management believes refining Ghana’s indigenous crude locally will improve fuel availability, enhance value addition and strengthen the country’s energy security.
The refinery also expects the initiative to stabilise the domestic petroleum market while positioning Ghana as a competitive refining hub within the West African sub-region.
According to TOR, increased local refining aligns with the government’s broader strategy of maximising the economic value of Ghana’s natural resources.
The refinery’s management expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for what it described as his steadfast commitment to reviving TOR.
It also acknowledged the role of Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, for providing strategic leadership and oversight in restoring refining operations.
TOR reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the integration of Ghana’s upstream and downstream petroleum sectors to ensure greater value is retained within the country’s economy.
As refinery operations continue to expand, management says it remains focused on supporting industrialisation, improving fuel security and contributing to national economic growth.