Our Visionary Leader
Founder & CEO, Energy Solutions Ghana BAWA YUSIF SARKODIE is a distinguished Ghanaian medical professional, humanitarian, and entrepreneur whose life’s work spans healthcare, development, and energy. As the Founder and CEO of Energy Solutions Ghana, he has built one of West Africa’s most dynamic and impactful energy companies, rooted in innovation, resilience, and a passion for service. Dr. Yusif's journey began at Orison Preparatory School in Goaso, in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. He continued his secondary education at the prestigious Tamale Secondary School (TAMASCO) in Tamale, where his academic excellence and leadership potential were already evident. He advanced to study Medicine at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), where he trained from 1991 to 1998. Following his graduation, he completed his national service with the Ghana National Association of Teachers (NAT) Head Office, and later served at the Bawku Presbyterian Hospital before transferring to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi. Before pursuing graduate studies, Dr. Yusif contributed to social development by working with international non-governmental organizations including World Vision and ActionAid, where he supported community health and development initiatives across Ghana.
His passion for global standards in leadership and health systems led him to the United Kingdom, where he earned a Master’s degree from West London University College between 2000 and 2003. Upon returning to Ghana, Dr. Yusif gained experience in the commercial energy sector through his role at Fuel and Trade Ghana, deepening his understanding of the national energy landscape. Driven by a desire to transform challenges into opportunity, he established Energy Solutions Ghana in 2023, during a period when the government opened up the fuel trading sector to independent companies. Under his leadership, Energy Solutions Ghana has evolved into a trusted provider of energy logistics and distribution services, with a growing footprint in the sub-region. His ability to unite his healthcare background, NGO experience, and energy expertise sets him apart as a multidimensional leader committed to the sustainable development of Africa. Dr. Yusif’s professional journey is marked by a deep commitment to innovation, capacity-building, and sustainable economic growth. Through Energy Solutions Ghana and its affiliated companies, he continues to play a transformative role in shaping Africa’s industrial and energy landscape.
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"The Man, The Mission, The Model of Leadership"
The story of Energy Solutions Ghana began with his recognition of a single, urgent energy need in a remote community — a need that traditional providers had long overlooked. Energy Solutions Ghana was birthed in the year 2023. What started as a passion and desire by our founder BAWA YUSIF SARKODIE to partake in the key growth sectors in Africa first materialized in 2023 when at the height of fuel supply challenges in Ghana, the Government of Ghana decided to open up for independent companies to be involved in the trading of fuel in Ghana.
"True leadership is not found in titles or wealth, but in the ability to recognize human need and respond with purpose, innovation, and compassion. I believe that progress must be people-centered driven not just by profit, but by the impact we leave behind. Whether in medicine, development, or energy, my mission is to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity, lighting the path for others to thrive. Sustainability, equity, and integrity must be at the heart of every solution we create."
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OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
ESG has transformed into a comprehensive, end-to-end fuel supplier, dedicated to protecting our customers’ fuel-related assets and meeting their diverse needs. ESG’s performance track record with its clients includes supply security, reliability, operational excellence, routine maintenance, continuous improvement initiatives, community support initiatives among others.