The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) held a strategic end-of-year Staff Durbar on Friday, December 19, 2025. The program brought together management and staff to reflect on the corporation’s achievements in 2025 and outline strategic priorities for the year ahead. The durbar, held in an atmosphere of unity and optimism, provided a platform for management...
Author: Energy Crossroad (Energy Crossroad)
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Tema Oil Refinery Holds Final Staff Durbar for 2025
Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has held its fifth and final staff durbar for the year, marking another milestone in its ongoing efforts to revive operations. The durbar took place on Friday, December 12, 2025, under the auspices of the Managing Director, Edmond Kombat Esq. In line with TOR’s commitment to good governance and transparency, the...
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Japan preparing to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant
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Energy minister assures stable power as Ghana hits peak demand in December
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