Tullow Ghana Launches Two-Year Drilling Campaign at Jubilee Field to Boost Oil Production

Tullow Ghana and partners have announced the restart of drilling operations in the Jubilee Field, marking a renewed phase of investment and confidence in Ghana’s energy future.

The two-year programme begins this May and is expected to boost oil production and operational efficiency at one of West Africa’s strategic oil fields.

This new campaign 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 earlier campaign was noted for its efficiency, safety record and disciplined cost management.

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.

Tullow Ghana Managing Director, Jean-Médard Madama said: “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.”

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.