The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has launched an investigation into petroleum consumption data released by some of its members for the first half of 2025, following what it described as unusually high figures in certain regions.

According to the Chamber, reported fuel volumes — particularly from the Upper East and Upper West regions — show significant growth that far exceeds industry projections. This, it said, raises concerns about possible data manipulation aimed at benefiting from the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund (UPPF), which is administered by the National Petroleum Authority (NPA).

Speaking at a press briefing in Accra, COMAC Chief Executive, Dr. Riverson Oppong, said the Chamber’s analysis indicates inconsistencies that warrant further scrutiny.

“Indirectly, we’re saying there are concerns with some of the figures that our outlook projected, and therefore we’re seeking engagement with the regulator, the NPA. We’re also engaging our members involved in both LPG and oil marketing, because charity begins at home,” Dr. Oppong stated.

Half-year data for 2025 shows the Upper East Region recording the highest growth in fuel consumption at 80.23%, followed by the Ashanti Region with 22.20%. The Upper West and Eastern regions also reported substantial increases. No region recorded a decline — in contrast to 2024, when the Volta Region saw a 3.85% drop.

COMAC has written to two of its members, Moari Oil and Yass Petroleum, directing them to submit their records for verification as part of the ongoing probe.

Meanwhile, the Chamber’s Board Chairman, Gabriel Kumi, has called for the complete abolition of the Unified Petroleum Pricing Fund, arguing that it has become susceptible to abuse.

He noted that although the UPPF was originally designed to support the transport of petroleum products across the country without affecting pump prices, the fund is now being exploited by some industry players for undue financial gain.