Tullow Ghana and its joint venture partners have officially resumed drilling operations in the Jubilee Field, marking a renewed phase of investment and long-term commitment to Ghana’s oil and gas sector.

The new two-year drilling campaign, which commenced in May 2025, is poised to enhance oil output and operational efficiency in one of West Africa’s most productive offshore fields.

This follows the successful conclusion of Tullow’s earlier four-year programme in December 2024, which delivered 18 wells ahead of schedule and below budget—a performance hailed for its cost discipline, safety standards, and execution.

Under the current programme, drilling will take place in stages, with additional operations planned for November 2025 and continuing through 2026. The initiative reflects Tullow’s intent to build on past achievements and raise the bar in drilling excellence.

Jean-Médard Madama, Managing Director of Tullow Ghana, described the resumption as a major step forward.

“This is a pivotal moment for our operations in Ghana,” he said. “Restarting drilling in the Jubilee Field demonstrates our sustained belief in the potential of the basin and our continued commitment to delivering value for Ghana and our partners, even as the field matures.”

Though the Jubilee Field is now in a more advanced phase of its lifecycle, it remains a key contributor to national oil production and fiscal revenue.

The upcoming drilling work is expected to unlock additional reserves and maintain consistent output, ensuring the field’s strategic relevance.

Ahead of the restart, Tullow completed a 16-day maintenance shutdown at Jubilee to carry out essential upgrades and reduce the risk of unplanned disruptions.