Founder, NYKS Group Ltd

YAW KODUAH-SARPONG

Yaw Koduah-Sarpong is the Founder of NYKS Group Ltd and has a background in Accounting, Finance, and Taxation with over 20 years’ experience in the Oil and Gas sector.

He serves as CEO of SA Energy Ltd, a Bulk Distribution Company. He holds directorships in several companies, including Paradise Havens Estate Ltd, Ladybird Logistics Ltd, and Transroyal Commodities Ltd.

Koduah-Sarpong is the current board Chairman of the Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors. He is also a Director of Legacy Bonds Ltd and an advisory board member of Sarpong Capital Ltd.

He is a Chartered Accountant and holds certificates in “Negotiation and Competitive Decision-Making” and “Influence and Negotiation Strategies” from the Harvard Business School and Stanford University, respectively.

Before his work in the Oil and Gas sector, Yaw was a Tax and Legal Consultant at Ernst & Young, Ghana.

Chief Business Officer (CBO), Juwel Energy Limited

JOHN BAKAH

John Bakah is an accomplished business executive with extensive experience spanning the downstream oil and gas sector, financial services, and enterprise growth strategy. He currently serves as the Chief Business Officer (CBO) of Juwel Energy Limited, where he leads commercial strategy, business development, and market expansion.

Over the years, he has held several strategic roles within the organisation, including Marketing and Business Development Manager, Operations Manager, Assistant Trade Manager, Strategy and Administrative Officer, and Marketing & Business Development Officer. He has contributed to strengthening the company’s market position and scaling its operations through the delivery of growth-focused initiatives and leading high-impact operational transformations.

John began his professional career with Barclays Bank of Ghana, where he developed a strong foundation in banking operations, marketing, and client acquisition. He later joined Dwadifo Adanfo Microfinance Limited, where he rose to the position of General Manager, overseeing core banking operations, strategy, and reporting while driving institutional growth and performance. Beyond his corporate responsibilities, he is committed to leadership development and mentorship, with a passion for building systems and people that drive long-term impact.

John is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). He holds an MBA in Finance from Methodist University College, Ghana, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Banking and Finance from the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS). He has also completed executive training in Executing Strategy for Results at London Business School.

CEO, Maranatha Oil Services Limited

ELTON DUSI

Elton Dusi is the CEO of Maranatha Oil Services Limited. He is a Chemical Engineer and an Entrepreneur with over 17 years experience in the oil and gas industry. Prior to Maranatha, he served as the CEO of Ebony Oil & Gas and held managerial roles in Oando Ghana.

He holds an MBA from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) and a BSc. in Chemical Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)

Head of Technical Services, Goenergy Company Limited

AMENTOR SAM AZIAKAR

CFO & Head of Stocks, Tema Fuel Company Ltd

NANA ADWOA SERWAA KUMA-DUAH

Nana Adwoa Serwaa Kuma-Duah: a Chartered Accountant with over 17 years’ experience in finance and petroleum. She is the Chief Finance Officer and Head of Stocks at the Tema Fuel Company Ltd.

She holds an MSc in Energy, Trade and Finance from Cass Business School, UK and a BSc in Accounting from the University of Ghana Business School, Legon.

CEO, CBOD

DR. PATRICK KWAKU OFORI

Terminal Director, Tema Tank Farm

Edem Boni

Edem Boni is Terminal Director at Tema Tank Farm
He joined TTF as the Engineering and Project Manager in November 2011 and rose through the ranks into his current role.

Edem obtained his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from KNUST, Ghana, and his master’s degree in Instrumentation and Automation Engineering from PTC, Orbe Switzerland. As a PMP Certified Project Professional, he was the first choice for Project Manager in the construction of both CLL Phase II and CLL Phase III Tank Farms, the building of the Adinkra Tank Farm, and the Gantry Expansion project tailored to further increase loading efficiency at the TTF Depot.

His passion for bringing projects to successful completion is evident throughout his career. Prior to joining Tema Tank Farm, he worked as an Electrical, Instrumentation and Automation Engineer and then Project Lead for Instrumentation and Automation for Infant Cereals at Nestle Ghana, where he served in many key projects between 2008 and 2011.

Edem has faithfully served in his career within the Food Sector and O&G Industry. He firmly believes in supporting women in engineering and creating opportunities for persons (young and old) to learn and develop their skills.

Chartered Accountant & Tax Consultant

MAXWELL YAO ATILA

Maxwell Yao Atila is an accomplished Chartered Accountant and Tax Consultant with over a decade of expertise in financial accounting, taxation, auditing, and strategic management. With more than 10 years of experience in the downstream oil and gas sector, Maxwell has a proven track record of driving financial excellence and operational efficiency in a highly competitive industry.

As the Tax Partner at Prime Chartered Accountants (PCA), Maxwell has provided comprehensive audit and financial consultancy services to a wide array of clients, spanning oil and gas, insurance, hospitality, and financial services. His core competencies include financial reporting, internal controls, cost optimization, and corporate governance, ensuring organizations achieve both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

In his role as Head of Finance and Administration at AlfaPetro Ghana Limited, Maxwell leads the company’s financial strategies, compliance frameworks, and administrative operations. His strategic leadership ensures the seamless integration of financial processes with business objectives, fostering growth and sustainability.

Maxwell holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Professional Studies and a Professional Master’s in Business Administration (PMBA) in Strategic and Project Management from the Paris Graduate School of Management. His academic background, coupled with hands-on experience, equips him with the skills to navigate complex financial landscapes, implement innovative solutions, and drive organizational success.

A chartered member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation, Ghana (CITG), Maxwell’s commitment to excellence is evident in his achievements, including being awarded the Overall Best Student by the Chartered Institute of Taxation in 2014. Known for his dedication to continuous learning and strategic insight, Maxwell consistently transforms financial challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

Head of Commercial & Marketing, Fueltrade LTD

AFIA OWUSUAA DARKWAH

Afia Owusuaa Darkwah is an experienced professional in the oil and gas industry, currently serving as the Head of the Commercial & Marketing Department at Fueltrade LTD. With over 12 years of industry experience, she has played a key role in driving commercial growth and strategic marketing initiatives within the petroleum sector.

She holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Roehampton, UK, and a degree in Marketing from the Methodist University College of Ghana. Additionally, she holds a Leadership Certificate from the African Training Institute (ATI) in South Africa.

Her expertise spans business development, market analysis, and strategic partnerships, making her an asset in Ghana’s energy sector.

Head of Downstream Business, Sahara Group Ghana

YAA SERWAA ALIFO

Yaa Serwaa is the downstream business head of the Sahara Group in Ghana.

Her responsibilities include overseeing Business Development, Business Strategy, Risk & Operations Management.

Yaa Serwaa’s experience working in the downstream sector spans over ten (10) years having served in key roles which includes Head, Trade Operations(PWSL-BDC), Head, Business Development(PWSL-BDC), Head, Risk & Contracts Management(So Energy & So Aviation Ghana Ltd). She joined the Sahara Group through the Graduate Management Talent Program with a background in Banking & Finance where she excelled as a top talent, which earned her the opportunity to serve as a strategy and business aide to the Director and founder of the Sahara Group.

She is credited to have played a vital role in identifying and developing innovative and transformative solutions for the bulk import and distribution arm of Sahara’s operations across the sub-region, leveraging on her remarkable trading and analytical skills which was key to driving and delivering on the company’s core business focus.

Her passion for youth development and giving back to the less privileged is expressed through her involvement with corporate social responsibility activities and various foundations key amongst them being the Sahara Foundation; which has recorded many interventions in the area of Education, Environment, Health, Capacity building and currently in the area of entrepreneurship using a model that seeks to drive sustainability and create platforms that finds, creates and connects young people with business interests in emerging markets.

Terminal Manager, Quantum Oil Terminals Limited

AHMED ABDUL-SHERIF

Ahmed Abdul-Sherif heads Quantum Oil Terminals Limited, as Terminal Manager, with combined 16 years petroleum downstream experience spanning various roles in Oil Marketing Company (OMC), Bulk Distribution Company (BDC), and Terminal (Depot) Operations Management.

 He holds post-graduate qualifications in Business Administration (Project Management, KNUST), Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management (GIMPA) and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural/Biosystems Engineering (KNUST).

Chief Finance Officer, Cirrus Oil Services Limited

EMMANUEL AKAKPO

Mr. Akakpo is presently the Chief Finance Officer of Cirrus Oil Services Limited and has spent over 18 years in the petroleum industry. He has vast experience in oil import financing, managing banking relationships across both international and local banks, structuring financing facilities for the tank farm projects and a consultant for industry players on industry finance related matters.

Prior to joining Cirrus Oil, Mr. Akakpo was an Audit Senior with Ernst & Young, Ghana, where he carried out assurance services across clients with varied backgrounds.

Mr. Akakpo holds a degree in Business Administration (Accounting option) from the University of Ghana Business School, Legon, and is a member of the International Academy of Business and Financial Management as a Certified Risk Analyst as well as a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) UK.