‘My biggest fear is the loss of lives’: NPA Chief warns against fuel siphoning
The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has delivered a heartfelt appeal to Ghanaians to protect their lives by staying away from overturned fuel tankers, warning that the temptation to collect petroleum products from accident scenes could lead to irreversible tragedy.
The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) in Ghana, Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has urgently urged the public to avoid danger by staying away from overturned fuel tankers. Speaking at the NPA's 2026 Consumer Week event in Kasoa, Mr. Tameklo emphasized that the most frightening aspect of the situation is the potential loss of lives.
He explained that while property damage can be repaired, the irreversible loss of human life is the most heartbreaking outcome. The NPA's ongoing "Stay Back, Stay Safe" campaign has been the driving force behind Mr. Tameklo's stern warning. This campaign is a call to action for Ghanaians to refrain from gathering at tanker accident scenes to attempt fuel siphoning.
The NPA's safety guidelines also advise against individuals approaching these scenes to take photographs or record videos, recommending that such actions should be left to trained professionals like the Ghana National Fire Service and the Police. Mr. Tameklo stressed the importance of allowing these trained experts to manage tanker emergencies, urging the public to trust in their expertise and reminding everyone that the primary concern should always be the protection of lives.
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