Newspaper Headlines, July 28, 2026
This the what the papers say:
Daily Graphic
1. Ghana completes IMF bailout
Summary: The IMF Executive Board approved the final $360 million tranche of Ghana’s $3bn Extended Credit Facility. This ends the 36-month bailout programme that started in May 2023 after the 2022 economic crisis. The funds will be released to the Bank of Ghana. Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson featured in the story.
2. ICU petitions Mahama over VALCO proposed sale
Summary: The Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union (ICU) has petitioned President Mahama regarding the proposed sale of VALCO. Details are on Page 13.
3. 4 Years after explosion: Appiatse victims suffer in relief camp
Summary: Four years after the Appiatse explosion, victims are still living in relief camps and continue to face hardship. Details are on Page 03.
4. Doctor uses GH₵20,000 cash reward to equip Paga Hospital
Summary: A doctor used a GH₵20,000 cash reward to buy equipment for Paga Hospital instead of keeping it. Details are on Page 29.
Ghanaian Times
1. ICU kicks against proposed sale of VALCO
Summary: The Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union (ICU) is protesting the proposed sale of VALCO. They have petitioned President Mahama to halt the process, with protesters holding placards saying “VALCO is not for sale”. See Page 12 for details.
2. ‘Africa must benefit from its minerals’
Summary: Mr. Goosie Tanoh speaks on the need for Africa to gain more value and control from its mineral resources. See Page 12.
3. Adamus Resources wins 2026 Inter-Mine Safety Quiz
Summary: Adamus Resources emerged winners of the 2026 Inter-Mine Safety Quiz competition. See Page 14.
4. Cultivate nation-builders to solve societal challenges
Summary: Alex Mould is challenging universities to train graduates who can build the nation and address Ghana’s societal problems. See Page 9.
5. Strengthening maternal care key to reducing disabilities
Summary: According to Dr Adusu, improving maternal healthcare is essential to reducing disabilities in children and mothers. See Page 14.
6. 2 Ghanaians killed in renewed xenophobic attacks in SA
Summary: The Foreign Affairs Minister, Mr Ablakwa, has confirmed that 2 Ghanaians were killed in renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa. See Page 11
Daily Guide
1. Exim Bank Case: Wontumi Gets More Time For Plea Bargain Deal
Summary: Bernard Antwi-Boasiako aka “Wontumi” has been given more time in court to finalize a plea bargain deal in the Exim Bank case. See Page 3 for details.
2. HEPA Plus Commits $3,000 To Herbal Medicine Research
Summary: HEPA Plus has pledged $3,000 to support research into herbal medicine in Ghana. Pictured: Dr. Ebenezer Agyemang with Afyaanfuo Krafo-Boakye. See Page 6.
3. Boankra Project ‘SC Didn’t Affirm High Court Ruling’
Summary: There’s clarification on the Boankra project case. The Supreme Court did not affirm the High Court ruling, according to the report. See Page 3.
4. 2 KATH ‘Workers’ Convicted For Forgery
Summary: Two people, including Collins Agyemang Badu, were convicted for forgery in a case involving KATH workers. See Page 6.
The Chronicle
1. Tarkwa Mine Lease Renewal: GOLD FIELDS PUTS ITS CARDS ON THE TABLE
Summary: Gold Fields has made its case for the renewal of the Tarkwa Mine lease. According to Group CEO Mike Fraser, the company paid GH₵5.8bn in taxes, GH₵8.8bn on local procurement in 2025, and invested $110m in infrastructure. Details on Page 3.
2. Salma Chief, Youth Maintain Opposition To Adamus Resources
Summary: The Chief and youth of Salma are still opposed to Adamus Resources. Pictured: Tuweeb Abdul Aziz sitting with chiefs and youth of Salma.
Day Break
1. Terrorism Claims 45 Lives Daily In West Africa …General Ba-Ta-Banah
Summary: According to General Ba-Ta-Banah, terrorism is killing an average of 45 people daily in West Africa. The story has more details on Page 3.
2. Africa Must Break The Resource Curse Cycle – MiDA CEO
Summary: Alexander Kofi-Mensah Mould, Acting CEO of the Millennium Development Authority (MiDA), says Africa needs to break free from the “resource curse” and ensure its minerals benefit Africans. He spoke at an event from July 7-29, 2026.
3. Parliament Commends NPA For Driving Growth In Ghana’s Petroleum Sector
Summary: Parliament has praised the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for its role in driving growth and stability in Ghana’s petroleum sector.
4. Nungua Chief Urges Unity, Rejects Drug Abuse
Summary: His Royal Majesty Oboade Notse King Prof. Odaifio Welentso III, Nungua Mantse and President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, is calling for unity and speaking out against drug abuse.
The Daily Searchlight
1. CONTROVERSY OVER APOSTLE KWADWO SAFO’S BURIAL! …as Family Heads to Court Over Will
Summary: There is controversy surrounding the burial arrangements for Apostle Kwadwo Safo. The family is reportedly heading to court over his will. Full story on Page 2.
2. 80% of Ghana’s School Children Have Experimented With Drugs?! – Claims Survey
Summary: A survey claims that 80% of Ghana’s school children have experimented with drugs. More details on Page 3.
3. Ghana’s Supreme Court Marks 150 Years as Judicial Service Suspends Greater Accra Court Sittings for Historic Anniversary Celebrations
Summary: Ghana’s Supreme Court is marking 150 years. To mark the occasion, the Judicial Service has suspended Greater Accra court sittings for the anniversary celebrations. Details on Page 4.
4. Wontumi’s Exim Bank Trial Moves Toward Possible Plea Deal as State and Defense Advance Negotiations
Summary: The trial of Bernard Antwi-Boasiako “Wontumi” in the Exim Bank case is moving toward a possible plea deal, with both state and defense in negotiations. See Page 5.
The Overseer
1. NPP LOCKED GHANA INTO IMF CONDITIONALITIES – LIMITING OUR SPENDING – ATO FORSON
Summary: Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson says the previous NPP government committed Ghana to IMF conditions that are now limiting government spending. See Page 9 for details.
2. Grassroots Movement Endorses Opong-Fosu For NDC National Chairmanship
Summary: A grassroots movement within the NDC has endorsed Opong-Fosu for the party’s National Chairman position. See Page 2.
3. 272 Ghanaians recruited, 55 dead in Russia-Ukraine war – Ablakwa
Summary: Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says 272 Ghanaians were recruited to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war, with 55 of them reported dead. See Page 2.
4. IMF Approves Ghana’s Final Programme Review, Clears Way For Over $300m Disbursement
Summary: The IMF has approved Ghana’s final review under the ECF programme, paving the way for the disbursement of over $300 million. See Page 4.
5. Ibrahim Mahama Denies Interest In Acquiring VALCO, Threatens Legal Action Over Claims
Summary: Businessman Ibrahim Mahama has denied claims that he wants to acquire VALCO and says he will take legal action over the allegations. See Page 3.
The Archives
1. IBRAHIM MAHAMA NOT BUYING VALCO …Workers’ Acquisition Claims False; CEO, Top Officials Fingered
Summary: Ibrahim Mahama has denied claims that he is buying VALCO, calling workers’ acquisition reports false. The paper also alleges that the VALCO CEO and other top officials are behind the claims. See Pages 2 & 3.
2. Doctors Remove Key Lodged In Farmer’s Skull …While Separating Fight at Jasikan
Summary: Doctors at a hospital successfully removed a key that got lodged in a farmer’s skull during a fight separation at Jasikan.
3. Ghana’s Tallest Man, ‘Awuche’ Dies at 33
Summary: Abdul-Samed Suleimana, widely known as ‘Awuche’ and recognized as Ghana’s tallest man, has died at age 33. Pictured with his car.
4. Life Care Technology Donates GH₵5m Medical Equipment To MahamaCares
Summary: Life Care Technology has donated GH₵5 million worth of medical equipment to the MahamaCares initiative to support healthcare delivery.
The Insight
1. “YOU TOUCH KEN AT YOUR OWN PERIL” – The Base Movement Warns NPP
Summary: “The Base Movement”, a grassroots NPP offshoot, warned the NPP not to expel or sanction Kennedy Agyepong over his public comments. They say it will be at the party’s peril if they touch him. Agyepong recently contested the NPP presidential primaries but lost. See Page 3 for more.
2. Ablakwa Urges Nigeria To Probe Attacks On Sam Jonah’s Investment
Summary: Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has asked Nigeria to investigate alleged attacks on properties belonging to Ghanaian business mogul Sir Sam Jonah. He made the call during a meeting with Nigeria’s High Commissioner-designate to Ghana, Shehu Ilu Barde. See Page 3.
3. ‘Ukraine No Longer A Sovereign Country,’ Says Sociologist Volodymyr Ishchenko
Summary: Sociologist Volodymyr Ishchenko argues that Ukraine is no longer a sovereign country due to ongoing conflict and external influence. See Pages 6 & 7.
The Business Analyst
1. Ibrahim Mahama Dismisses VALCO Takeover Claims • Vows Legal Action
Summary: Businessman Ibrahim Mahama has denied allegations that he wants to buy VALCO. He called the claims false and malicious, and said he will take legal action. The claims came after a protest where some alleged he was behind a takeover bid through a Special Purpose Vehicle. Mr. Mahama says he has never expressed interest or submitted any proposal. See Page 3.
2. Ghana Is Africa’s Premier Mining Investment Destination — Armah Kofi Buah Tells Investors
Summary: Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, told investors that Ghana is now Africa’s top destination for mining investment due to policy stability and opportunities. See Page 3.
3. IMF Approves Ghana’s Final Programme Review
Summary: The IMF has approved the final review of Ghana’s $3bn Extended Credit Facility programme, clearing the way for the last disbursement.
4. Integrity Has A Price, Corruption Costs A Nation — Chief Justice
Summary: Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie says corruption has a heavy cost on national development and urged Ghanaians to uphold integrity. See Page 3.
5. Gov’t Providing Consular Support To Detained Asante Akyem North MP — Ablakwa
Summary: Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says government is providing consular support to the detained MP for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong.
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