–BY Grace Zigah
The management of Ghana Gas has identified overstaffing as a key contributor to its rising operational costs.
According to Judith Blay, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Gas, the company’s staff strength has grown significantly from just over 250 in 2016 to more than 1,200 as of 2024.
This surge in personnel has strained the company’s financial resources, with Blay emphasizing that staffing beyond essential needs adds to cost pressures.
The Impact of Overstaffing
Blay highlighted that Ghana Gas’s core function is to maintain the gas processing plant and ensure a steady supply of gas for power generation.
She noted that the company’s extensive corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts are vital, but streamlining internal operations is crucial for efficiency.
The CEO’s concerns about overstaffing come as the company faces rising operational costs, which could impact its financial sustainability.
Ghana Gas’s CSR Efforts
Despite the challenges posed by overstaffing, Ghana Gas has made significant contributions to CSR initiatives.
Blay emphasized the importance of balancing CSR efforts with operational efficiency to ensure the company’s long-term sustainability.
Call for Operational Efficiency
She appearance before Parliament’s Energy Committee underscores the need for Ghana Gas to optimize its operations and reduce costs.
By streamlining its workforce and focusing on its core mandate, the company can improve its financial performance and contribute to the country’s energy sector growth.
The issue of overstaffing at Ghana Gas highlights the challenges faced by state-owned enterprises in balancing social responsibilities with operational efficiency.
