Ben Nunoo Mensah (extreme right) is a former President of Ghana Olympic Committee
Former President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), Ben Nunoo Mensah, known for his hands-on leadership and reform-driven mindset, has been appointed to the newly reconstituted Board of Directors for the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR).
His appointment, announced during an official inauguration ceremony led by the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, underscores the government’s confidence in Nunoo Mensah’s ability to contribute to the transformation of a key national asset.
Acting on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Jinapor charged the new board with the urgent task of restoring TOR’s operations and positioning it once again as a cornerstone of Ghana’s energy infrastructure.
“Your foremost duty is to get TOR back on stream. You must implement bold and strategic actions to return the refinery to profitability. TOR is not just another company; it is a vital national asset,” he told the board.
Speaking on behalf of the newly constituted board, Chairman Nayon Bilijo thanked President Mahama for the trust placed in them and assured the public of the board’s commitment to delivering results.
“We are honoured by this appointment and understand the enormity of the task ahead. We will work with urgency and dedication to revive TOR and make it a viable and efficient institution once more,” he said.
Though better known for his contributions to Ghana’s sporting excellence, Ben Nunoo Mensah brings to TOR a wealth of leadership experience and a reputation for turning around struggling institutions.
His tenure at the GOC was marked by transparency, innovation, and a deep commitment to national pride, qualities that will be crucial in tackling TOR’s operational and financial challenges.
As TOR seeks to regain its footing, the board is expected to develop and present a robust roadmap that addresses both immediate and long-term issues, ensuring the refinery contributes meaningfully to Ghana’s energy security.
See members of the new TOR Board below:
Nayon Bilijo – Chairperson
Edmond Kombat – Acting Managing Director
Thomas Martey Laari – Member
Robert Kempes Ofosuhene – Member
Dr Sebastian N. Sandaare – Member
Mugabe Saifu Maase – Member
Mohammed Issah Bataglia – Member
Osabarima Kyei Osafo Kantanka – Member
Ben Nunoo Mensah – Member
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