Newspaper Headlines, August 12, 2026
This is what the front pages of the papers say:
Daily Graphic
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1. Galamsey destroys 60% of rivers
Summary: More than 60% of Ghana’s water bodies are polluted by illegal mining, according to Dr Franklin Obiri-Nyarko of CSIR-Water Research Institute. Scientists are raising alarm over the environmental, health and livelihood implications. The Oda River Forest Reserve is cited as an example where galamsey has turned protected areas into wastelands.
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2. Poor court administration erodes public trust — Chief Justice
Summary: The Chief Justice says inefficiencies and poor management in the courts are weakening public confidence in the judiciary. Details on page 13.
3. SSNIT targets 2.8m active members by 2028
Summary: SSNIT Director-General, Kwesi Afreh Biney, says the Trust is working to increase active contributors to 2.8 million by 2028. Details on page 20.
4. Take your anti-HIV drugs religiously — GAC
Summary: The Ghana AIDS Commission urges persons living with HIV to adhere strictly to medication. Current adherence rate is pegged at 57.6%. Details on page 13.
Ghanaian Times
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1. Lawyers cannot shun vacation trials — Deputy AG
Summary: Deputy Attorney General, Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, says lawyers have no excuse to boycott high-profile cases being heard during legal vacation. He says the courts must continue work. Details on page 12. Photo: Dr. Justice Srem-Sai.Other Headlines on Front Page
2. Damang Mine delivers on community commitments
Summary: Damang Mine says it is fulfilling promises to host communities, including employment and development projects. Nana Kwabena Amponsah IV spoke at the event. Details on page 13.
3. GETFund launches furniture appeal for schools
Summary: GETFund has launched an appeal to provide furniture for schools across the country. Details on page 11.
4. GH₵100m fund to drive agricultural transformation launched
Summary: A GH₵100m fund has been launched to support agricultural transformation. Photo shows Mr. Datsuaba interacting with Mr. Opoku at the launch. Details on page 24.
5. Special courts not for political witch-hunt — Chief Justice
Summary: Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie says the creation of special courts is not intended to target political opponents. Details on page 11.
Daily Guide
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1. Damang Mine Fulfilling Promises
Summary: Chiefs say the Damang Mine is delivering on its commitments to the community. 400 locals have been employed and work is underway on an airstrip and road projects. The chiefs addressed the media on the mine’s impact. Full story on page 3.
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2. Adu-Boahene Trial: Judge Insists On Legal Vacation Hearing
Summary: The judge in the Kwabena Adu-Boahene trial says the case will proceed despite it being legal vacation, emphasizing that available judges can still hear matters. Details on page 6.
3. Sawyerr Committee Got GROWTH 82 Registration Date Wrong – Fourth Estate
Summary: Investigative outlet Fourth Estate says Dr. Valerie Sawyerr’s committee cited the wrong registration date for GROWTH 82. The discrepancy was flagged in their report. Details on page 6.
4. AG Opposes Wontumi’s Bail Pending Appeal
Summary: The Attorney General is opposing bail for Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi while his appeal is pending. Details on page 6.
5. Two Arrested For ‘Killing’ Man At Tuba
Summary: Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the killing of a man at Tuba. Photos of the suspects were published. Details on page 3.
The Custodian
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1. US Investigators Flag $42m For Ghanaian Firm
Summary: US investigators have flagged $42 million linked to a Ghanaian firm in relation to the AKSA Energy deal. Kwabena Amoasi Baah is named as convicted in the US over the deal. Full story on page 3.
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2. CJ Rubbishes GBA Concerns On Legal Vacation
Summary: Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has dismissed concerns raised by the Ghana Bar Association about hearing cases during legal vacation, insisting courts can sit if judges are available. Details on page 2.
3. AG Opposes Bail For Wontumi Pending Appeal
Summary: The Attorney General is opposing bail for Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi while his appeal is pending. Details on page 2.
4. NPP Accuses CJ Of Partisan Conduct Over Vacation Trial Warrants
Summary: NPP General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong accuses the Chief Justice of partisan conduct in issuing warrants for trials during legal vacation. Details on page 12.
The New Publisher
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1. Attorney General Opposes Bail: Wontumi Will Run Away From Ghana
Summary: The Attorney General is opposing bail for Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi pending appeal, arguing he is a flight risk and could leave the country. Details on page 2.
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2. Amidu Blows The Lid Off: Selective Justice Under Mahama
Summary: Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu alleges selective justice under President Mahama’s administration — claiming Nolle Prosequi for NDC allies and persecution for NPP opponents. Details on page 3.
3. Where Is The $1.4bn? PAC Chair Demands GoldBod, BoG Probe
Summary: The PAC Chair is demanding an investigation into GoldBod and the Bank of Ghana over a missing $1.4 billion. Details on page 4.
4. Cutlass Attack On 10 Year-Old Daughter Lands Mother In Court
Summary: A mother has been arraigned in court after allegedly attacking her 10-year-old daughter with a cutlass. Details on page 3.
The Ghanaian Publisher
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1. SDA Moves To Rescue Agenda 111…After Months Of Gov’t Neglect
Summary: The Seventh-day Adventist Church says it is stepping in to support abandoned Agenda 111 hospital projects after months of government neglect. President John Mahama is featured. Full story on page 3.
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2. NPP Accuses Chief Justice Of ‘Weaponising’ The Courts
Summary: The NPP says Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie is “weaponising the courts” over his decision to allow trials during legal vacation. Details on page 3.
3. Adenta-Dodowa Road Users Cry For Help
Summary: Road users on the Adenta-Dodowa stretch are appealing for urgent government intervention due to the poor state of the road. Details on page 2.
4. Naomi Alabi Named Curator For 2026 US Homowo Festival
Summary: Naomi Alabi has been named curator for the 2026 US Homowo Festival. Details on page 2.
The Chronicle
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1. GBA Takes On Judiciary Over Hearing Of High-Profile Cases During Vacation
Summary: The Ghana Bar Association is challenging the judiciary for scheduling high-profile cases during legal vacation. The GBA argues it undermines proper legal process. Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie is pictured. Full story on page 8.
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2. Benefits Of Local Ownership: DAMANG MINE RECRUITS 400 LOCALS…Barely Four Months Into Operations
Summary: Damang Mine says it has employed 400 locals just four months after starting operations. Chiefs and community members held a press conference to highlight the benefits of local ownership. Photo shows attendees at the event. Details on page 3.
The Daily Gist
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1. Shake Up At National Security: Mahama Hires Experienced Hands, Sacks Coordinator’s Brother
Summary: President John Mahama has reshuffled National Security. Experienced hands have been brought in while the brother of the National Security Coordinator has been sacked. Pictured: President Mahama, COP Osman Abdul Razak, Faustina Effah-Baadi, and Maj Gen William Agyapong. Full story on page 3.
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2. Asante Berko Conviction Opens Can Of Worms
Summary: The conviction of Kwaku Asante Berko in the US is raising fresh questions and allegations back home in Ghana. Details on page 4.
3. Martin Amidu Exposes Govt In AKSA Bribery Scandal
Summary: Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu has made new allegations, exposing the government in the AKSA Energy bribery scandal. Details on page 3.
4. I’m Not Going To Court At All – Atta Akyea Rejects 6-Day Ultimatum In Adu-Boahene GH₵49m Trial
Summary: Samuel Atta Akyea says he will not appear in court and has rejected a 6-day ultimatum in the GH₵49m trial involving Kwabena Adu-Boahene. Details on page 2.
5. GBA, CJ Cross Swords Over Legal Vacation Trial Order – NPP Joins The Fray
Summary: The Ghana Bar Association and Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie are at odds over hearing cases during legal vacation. The NPP has now joined the debate. Details on page 2.
Republic Press
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1. Legal Vacation Row: Atta Akyea Calls Judge’s Bluff…As Court Orders Adu-Boahene to Get Lawyer
Summary: Samuel Atta Akyea is challenging the court’s decision to hear the GH₵49m Adu-Boahene case during legal vacation. The court has also ordered Kwabena Adu-Boahene to get legal representation. Full story on page 3.
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2. NAIMOS Raids Galamsey Hotspots… 40 Arrested, Heavy Equipment Seized
Summary: The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, NAIMOS, has conducted raids on illegal mining sites. 40 people were arrested and heavy equipment was seized.
3. Naomi Alabi Appointed Curator for Ga Cultural Showcase at US Homowo Festival
Summary: Naomi Alabi has been appointed curator for the Ga Cultural Showcase at the 2026 US Homowo Festival.
4. Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Empower Ghanaian Youth on International Youth Day
Summary: Government says it remains committed to youth empowerment programs as Ghana marks International Youth Day. Details on page 5.
5. IGP Promotes 25 Officers for Robbery Arrests, Cocaine Interception
Summary: The Inspector General of Police has promoted 25 police officers for their role in robbery arrests and intercepting cocaine. Details on page 4.
Supreme Newspaper
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1. Galamsey Crackdown: NAIMOS Arrests 40, Seizes Mining Equipment Across Six Regions
Summary: The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, NAIMOS, carried out operations from July 27 to August 2, 2026, in 6 regions: Western North, Western, Ashanti, Ahafo, Savannah and Eastern. 40 people were arrested, and mining equipment was seized. Details on page 3.
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2. Adamus Loses Three Mining Leases…As Minister Backs Review Findings & Upholds Revocation
Summary: Adamus Resources has had three mining leases revoked after the Minister backed a review panel’s findings and upheld the decision. Details on page 4.
3. International Youth Day: Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Empower Ghanaian Youth
Summary: On International Youth Day, government says it remains committed to youth empowerment and job creation initiatives. Details on page 4.
4. Naomi Alabi Appointed Curator for Homowo Festival in New Jersey
Summary: Naomi Alabi has been named curator for the Ga Homowo Festival celebration scheduled to take place in New Jersey, USA.
Business & Financial Times
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1. Trade grew nearly ninefold to US$52.5bn from 2004-2025…as exports drive record GH₵148.3bn surplus
Summary: Ghana’s total trade has grown almost 9 times over 21 years, hitting US$52.5bn. Strong export performance has also pushed the trade surplus to a record GH₵148.3bn. Details on page 3.
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2. Agric education fund GAFET targets GH₵100m…to deepen education
Summary: The Ghana Agriculture Fund for Education and Transformation, GAFET, says it is targeting GH₵100m to boost agricultural education in the country. Details on page 2.
3. Zenith Bank’s Group CEO receives ‘Zik Pan-African Leadership Award’
Summary: Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, GMD/CEO of Zenith Bank, has received the Zik Pan-African Award for Transformational Leadership in Banking and Financial Innovation. Photo shows her receiving the award. Details on page 2.
4. We are expediting action on the reforms – Jinapor
Summary: Lands Minister Jinapor says government is speeding up reforms in the sector. Details on page 2.
5. Ga Mantse praises MIIF over record financial performance
Summary: The Ga Mantse has commended the Minerals Income Investment Fund, MIIF, for its strong financial results. Details on page 12.
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