Fueling Progress. Navigating Complexity.
Ghana’s oil and gas sector has rapidly emerged as a cornerstone of national economic development. From offshore exploration to downstream marketing, this industry presents tremendous opportunities — but also demands a deep understanding of complex legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.
At Ntrakwah & Co., we provide full-spectrum legal support to oil and gas companies operating in Ghana, from local startups to global multinationals.
Expertise Across the Energy Lifecycle
Our lawyers advise clients on every phase of the oil and gas value chain: exploration, discovery, licensing, development, production, marketing, transportation, and eventual decommissioning.
Our Oil & Gas Services Include:
- Registration and structuring of companies for both upstream and downstream operations
- Drafting and reviewing key agreements, including confidentiality, non-circumvention, crude oil and gas sales, overriding royalty interest, and net profit interest agreements
- Advising on share sale and purchase agreements, joint ventures, and partnership structures
- Ensuring compliance with Ghana’s local content laws and operational guidelines
- Advising on labor and employment matters, including immigration solutions for expatriate staff
- Collaborating seamlessly with foreign investors’ advisors to align global and local strategies
- Reviewing equipment supply and leasing agreements, including aircraft services supporting offshore activities
- Providing general corporate litigation and strategic legal counsel
- Advising on tax structuring and compliance, including review of lender security documentation
Corporate Social Responsibility as a Core Value
We also assist investors and host communities in defining and implementing CSR commitments, recognizing that environmental stewardship and community relations are critical to long-term success. Our approach honors the legacy of Felix Ntrakwah, whose advocacy for responsible business and human rights continues to guide our oil and gas practice today.
