By Baraka Amidu
As thousands of revellers and business owners descended upon the Kwahu Ridge for the 2026 Easter celebrations, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) intensified its efforts to ensure public safety through a comprehensive education and sensitisation campaign.
The initiative, aimed at curbing domestic and commercial accidents related to petroleum products, saw the Authority engaging extensively with patrons, food vendors, and local stakeholders across major event hubs, including Mpraeso, Abetifi, and Nkwatia.
Focus on ‘Cooking It Right’
A centerpiece of this year’s outreach was the NPA’s partnership with the Nkoko Akɛseɛ (Chicken Festival) initiative. The Authority used the platform to promote its “Cook it Right” campaign, emphasizing the safe handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) during high-intensity cooking periods.
Mrs. Eunice Budu-Nyarko, the NPA’s Director of Consumer Services, who led the delegation, reiterated that the Authority’s presence at large national gatherings is vital for protecting lives and property.
“Our commitment is to empower the consumer with knowledge. By teaching vendors and households the practicalities of LPG safety and how to resolve complaints, we are building a more resilient and safer downstream sector,” she noted.
Local Support and Industrial Synergy
The initiative received high praise from the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kwahu South, Hon. Effah Osei Bonsu. Commending the NPA’s Chief Executive, Godwin Kudzo Edudzi Tameklo, the MCE described the intervention as timely and essential for the growth of local enterprises.
He further urged the NPA to continue bridging the gap between energy regulation and local industry, noting that safe energy practices are the backbone of the region’s thriving food and hospitality sector.
Protecting the Value Chain
The campaign also touched on broader economic safety issues. The NPA team educated consumers on the dangers of fuel siphoning and the importance of prioritizing fuel quality over quantity at the pumps.
Supporting the drive, Kelvin Ocran, National Coordinator of the National Broiler Project Directorate, highlighted the link between energy and food security. He explained that transitioning from traditional biomass, like charcoal, to LPG is not just about efficiency but also about improving public health outcomes and hygiene within the poultry value chain.
Regulatory Oversight
The NPA’s activities at the Kwahu Business Forum and the Food Village served as a reminder of its mandate under the NPA Act 2005 (Act 691). Beyond regulation, the Authority’s hands-on approach this Easter demonstrated a coordinated effort to link energy access with market education, ensuring that the “Kwahu Easter” remains synonymous not just with celebration, but with safety and standards.
As the festivities concluded, the NPA reaffirmed its dedication to continuous public sensitization, promising to maintain its presence at major economic and cultural events across the country.
