In a Facebook post on January 19, 2026, Tieku noted that the company’s pricing and market strategies, which prioritise affordability for customers, have drawn criticism and resistance from competitors. We are the most disliked in our industry because of what we do for the customer!,” he said. Fuel could sell for GH¢9.50 without NPA price floor - Star Oil CEO hintsAccording to him, without Star Oil’s intervention in the market, competition would have been severely limited, potentially leading to higher fuel prices and reduced consumer choice. Tieku also dismissed claims by some industry players that Star Oil is seeking to eliminate competitors and establish a monopoly, describing such accusations as unfounded. He stressed that the company’s objective is to create a fair, transparent, and competitive fuel market that benefits the Ghanaian consumer.

Source: GhanaWeb January 20, 2026 13:12 UTC