About NPFS

Learn about our mission, vision, and commitment to serving Ghana's Marine & Inland Communities

Who We Are

The National Premix Fuel Secretariat (NPFS) was established under Regulation 11, National Premix Fuel Committee Regulations, 2016 (L.I. 2233) with the mandate to oversee distribution, administration, and monitoring of subsidized premix fuel for artisanal fishers. We ensure equitable distribution and efficient management of premix fuel while investing 53% of sales margins into transformative community development projects.

Operating under the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture (MoFA), we work in partnership with key stakeholders including the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), and Landing Beach Committees (LBCs) to promote transparent operations and community-centered development.

Our Vision

To be a world-class institution in the efficient distribution, administration, and management of Premix Fuel, ensuring sustainable fishing livelihoods and food security for Ghana while transforming coastal communities through sustainable development initiatives.

Our Mission

To enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the administration of Premix Fuel, using innovative systems and stakeholder collaboration to promote equitable distribution and community development while reinvesting sales margins into transformative projects that enhance livelihoods and infrastructure.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide our work and define our character

Transparency & Accountability

Open and clear communication in all operations with full accountability to stakeholders

Integrity

Upholding the highest ethical standards in all dealings and decisions

Equitable Distribution

Fair and just distribution of premix fuel and development resources

Community-Centered Development

Prioritizing community needs and participatory development approaches

Innovation & Technology

Embracing modern technology and innovative solutions for service delivery

Sustainable Operations

Ensuring long-term sustainability in fuel distribution and community projects

Mandate & Functions

Our key responsibilities in serving Ghana's Marine & Inland Communities

1

Distribute subsidized premix fuel to registered artisanal fishermen

2

Collect and manage sales margins from premix fuel distribution

3

Invest 53% of sales margins in community development projects

4

Implement infrastructure development projects (roads, bridges, schools, health facilities)

5

Support livelihood enhancement programs and capacity building

6

Provide educational scholarships and vocational training

7

Ensure transparent financial management and accountability

8

Monitor and evaluate project impacts and fuel distribution

9

Coordinate with government agencies, development partners, and communities

10

Maintain quality standards and regulatory compliance

11

Promote sustainable fishing practices and environmental stewardship

12

Foster stakeholder engagement and community participation

Organizational Structure

Our leadership structure and key positions

Administrator

Ebow Mensah

Overall leadership, policy direction & strategic oversight

Director for M&E

To be appointed

Monitoring, evaluation & impact assessment

Director for Administration

To be appointed

Administrative policies, operations & support services

Governance Structure

National Premix Fuel Committee (NPFC) Members (2025–date)

#NamePosition
1Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami DefeamekporChairperson, Ministers' Nominee
2Ebow MensahSecretary / Premix Administrator
3Ms Marian W. A. KpakpahMinistry of Fisheries & Aquaculture
4Mr Stephen Langmatey NaduMinistry of Energy & Green Transition
5Rosina WilliamsFisheries Commission
6Mamaga Delight Esi AmetepeNational Inland & Canoe Fishermen Council
7Richard Kofi DadzieGhana National Canoe Fishermen Council
8Jacob Kabore Tetteh AgekeNational Fisheries Association of Ghana
9Dr Riverson OppongIndustry Coordinator, AOMCs
10James EssounMoFA Representative
11Julius Annang AshiteyMoFA Representative
12Josephine YanksonMoFA Representative

Leadership Profile

Meet our Administrator

Ebow Mensah

Administrator

Appointed: 29 January 2025

Education:

  • • M.A. Development Management, University of Torino, Italy
  • • PGDE, University of Cape Coast, Ghana
  • • B.A. African Studies, University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Experience:

15+ years in project planning, organizational development, and socio-economic policy. Previous roles include work with Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) and collaborations with TUC, NUSPAW, PSI, and UNI Global.

Focus Areas:

Transparency, accountability, automation of fuel distribution, and coastal community development.