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Parliament Passes Bill to Remove Marine Gas Oil Subsidy, Raise GH₵71 Million
Energy Sector Levies Amendment aims to curb smuggling and misuse; premix fuel subsidy remains intact
- Parliament passes bill removing marine gas oil subsidy and increasing levy by 193 pesewas/litre
- Policy aims to combat smuggling and misuse of subsidised fuel
- Premix fuel for artisanal fishermen remains subsidised and unaffected
Parliament has approved the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment No. 2) Bill, 2025, which removes the government subsidy on marine gas oil and introduces a levy increase of 193 pesewas per litre on the product.
The decision, according to government, aims to curb abuse and widespread smuggling of marine gas oil—practices that have undermined the transparency and fairness of the subsidy system.
The adjusted levy is expected to generate GH₵71 million in revenue for the state to support energy sector debt repayment and shortfall recovery.
Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem clarified that the removal does not affect premix fuel, assuring that artisanal fishermen will continue receiving their fuel support without interruption.
