Ghana’s Jubilee oil field partners have announced the resumption of drilling operations on the field in a renewed phase of investment and confidence in Ghana’s energy future.
A statement from Tullow Oil, the lead operator of teh Jubilee field said the resumption follows the successful completion of Tullow’s previous four-year drilling programme in December 2024, which delivered 18 new wells – six months ahead of schedule and below budget.
The current programme expected to last two years starts this May, to boost oil production and operational efficiency at one of West Africa’s strategic oil fields, according to a statement by Tullow Oil, the lead operator.
The upcoming campaign will roll out in phases, beginning in May 2025, with additional activity scheduled for November and extending into 2026. Building on previous high-performance records, Tullow is looking to take drilling management to new heights throughout this project.
“This is an exciting moment for us. The restart of drilling reflects another milestone in our journey in Ghana and shows our confidence in the country’s resource base. Even as the field matures, we are confident in its capacity to deliver value—for our shareholders, partners, and the people of Ghana,”Jean-Médard Madama, Tullow Ghana Managing Director, said.
Despite entering a mature phase, the Jubilee Field remains a critical source of production and revenue base for key stakeholders in the sector, and this new campaign will seek to unlock further value.
Tullow recently concluded a 16-day maintenance activity at the Jubilee field to upgrade operations and reduce risks ahead of the drilling campaign.