Prez Mahama reassigns Edward Bawa as GOIL Group CEO

President John Dramani Mahama has reassigned Edward Bawa, who was recently appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), to take up the role of Group CEO of GOIL, the nation’s leading indigenous oil marketing company.

Bawa, who was appointed to head GNPC on January 16, 2025, replacing Joseph Dadzie, has now been tasked with leading GOIL in a move that has sparked widespread interest.

The reasons for the sudden reassignment remain unclear, but Citi News has learned that the appointment takes immediate effect.

The reshuffle leaves the position of GNPC CEO vacant, with no immediate announcement regarding a replacement.

GOIL, a major player in Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry, has been a key driver of the country’s energy security and economic growth.

Before his appointment, to GNPC, Mr Bawa served as the Member of Parliament for Bongo Constituency from 2017 to 2025, where he played a crucial role in shaping Ghana’s energy legislation and policy.

His tenure in parliament saw him actively contribute to the Parliamentary Committees on Mines and Energy, as well as Communications, which helped drive critical energy reforms in the country.

Edward Bawa’s expertise extends beyond his political career. He previously served as a Communications Consultant for the World Bank’s Oil and Gas Capacity Building Project at the Ministry of Energy.

There, he led public advocacy efforts and stakeholder engagement for key energy initiatives in Ghana. His credentials also include certifications in petroleum revenue management, upstream agreements, and energy commercialization, solidifying his extensive knowledge of the energy sector.