The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) has announced the appointment of Edward Abambire Bawa as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Mr. Joseph Dadzie, who served as CEO until January 16, 2025.
Hon. Bawa brings over 20 years of experience in energy policy, management, and public service to the role.
Currently pursuing a PhD in Global Energy Policy at EUCLID University, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Cape Coast and an MBA in Finance from the University of Liverpool.
Before his appointment, Hon. Bawa represented the Bongo Constituency in Parliament from 2017 to 2025. During his tenure, he played a key role in shaping energy legislation and policy, serving on the Parliamentary Committees on Mines and Energy and Communications.
He also contributed to Ghana’s energy reforms. Additionally, Hon. Bawa served as a Communications Consultant for the World Bank Oil and Gas Capacity Building Project at the Ministry of Energy, where he led stakeholder engagement and public advocacy for critical energy initiatives.
Hon. Bawa is certified in petroleum revenue management, upstream agreements, and energy commercialization.
His leadership experience extends to various technical and advisory roles on energy committees and task forces.
In his new role at GNPC, Hon. Bawa is committed to enhancing operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.
He aims to position GNPC as a prominent player in Ghana’s energy sector and in Africa’s broader energy transition.
His vision includes delivering measurable impact through strategic partnerships, workforce empowerment, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
GNPC encourages all staff, partners, and stakeholders to extend their support to Hon. Bawa as he takes the Corporation forward. Plans are underway for him to engage stakeholders in the coming weeks.
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