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February 21, 2026
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Government bans land transit of cooking oil; orders crackdown on customs complicity
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Key Points
- Ghana has banned the land transit of cooking oil, mandating that all consignments for onward transit must now be routed exclusively through seaports.
- This directive follows the interception of 18 trucks declared for transit but suspected of a broader diversion scheme, which exposed potential revenue losses from GH¢2.6 million to over GH¢85 million.
- The new measure aims to close transit regime loopholes by leveraging stricter valuation systems, electronic tracking, scanning infrastructure, and layered customs controls at seaports.
- The Minister of Finance has also ordered enhanced monitoring, intensified cargo tracking, and strict compliance enforcement for all land collection points.
- Disciplinary proceedings against culpable Customs officers and criminal investigations against importers/agents are mandated, with the goal of protecting state revenue and safeguarding local edible oil producers from unfair competition.
Why This Matters
This policy change is highly significant for Ghana as it directly addresses substantial revenue losses caused by transit diversion schemes, potentially recovering millions of cedis for the state budget. It also aims to create a fairer competitive environment for local edible oil producers by curbing illicit trade, thereby fostering domestic industry growth and employment. The enhanced enforcement strengthens the integrity of Ghana's trade and customs systems.
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