The Communications director for the National Democratic Party (NDP) Ernest Owusu Bempah has been appointed director of communications for the Ghana Gas Company by President Akufo-Addo.

He takes over from renowned journalist and communications expert Alfred Ogbamey, who has been at the post since the inception of the company in 2011.

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Reports say the outspoken politician said his appointment takes effect immediately.

“It is true, I have been appointed Ghana Gas communications director. Once the President has given me my letter, it takes effect immediately,” an elated Owusu Bempah said.

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Ghana Gas Company is a state agency that has the mandate to operate the infrastructure required for the gathering, processing, transporting and marketing of natural gas resources in Ghana.