Newspaper Headlines, September 2, 2026

This is what the front pages of the papers say:

Daily Graphic

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Stop harassing African investors…….It drives away capital / Sir Sam Jonah urges leadership

Renowned businessman Sir Sam Jonah is urging African leaders to stop the harassment and mistreatment of African investors on the continent. He says xenophobic attacks against Africans and targeting of African-owned businesses will drive away capital and discourage intra-African investment. He warned that AfCFTA will fail if countries continue protectionism and don’t protect investors moving across borders.

2. AfCFTA, QUEST Ghana sign pact for digital trade corridor

The AfCFTA Secretariat and Quest Ghana have signed a pact to build a continental digital trade corridor. The platform will help facilitate, track and settle cross-border trade under AfCFTA rules. It will include a digital marketplace, a minerals and commodities exchange, and a payment system to make trade easier and more transparent between African countries. Ghana will be part of the pilot.

3. Non-interest banking won’t promote any faith – BoG clarifies

The Bank of Ghana says the introduction of non-interest banking is not meant to promote any religion. BoG explains it is an alternative banking model to give Ghanaians more choice and improve financial inclusion, and it is open to everyone irrespective of faith.

4. Bonoman celebrates Meko Bono festival

The chiefs and people of Bonoman in the Bono Region have celebrated the Meko Bono festival. It’s a cultural celebration to honor Bono history and heritage as the first Akan kingdom, promote unity, and showcase tradition.

Ghanaian Times

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Govt stops funding waste management – Households, businesses to pay — Mahama Ayariga

Summary: Government will no longer fund waste management directly. Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga says households and businesses will now be responsible for paying for their waste disposal as part of new measures to enforce environmental responsibility and deal with polluters.

2. Police arrest 6 suspected members of armed robbery syndicate in Ashanti Region

Summary: The Ghana Police Service has arrested six suspected members of an armed robbery syndicate operating in the Ashanti Region. The arrests are part of ongoing operations to clamp down on violent crime.

3. NAM must resist pressure from power blocs — Pres Mahama

Summary: President John Mahama has urged the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) to resist pressure and influence from powerful global blocs, and to maintain its independence in global decision-making.

4. Ghana’s Q1 external trade hits GH¢174.6bn — GSS

Summary: The Ghana Statistical Service reports that Ghana’s external trade for the first quarter of 2026 hit GH¢174.6 billion, showing strong performance in imports and exports, according to the chart on total trade.

5. Politicisation threatens sustainability of Free SHS — Researcher

Summary: A researcher is warning that excessive politicisation of the Free SHS programme is threatening its long-term sustainability, calling for depoliticised reforms to save the policy.

Daily Guide

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Enforcing SC Ruling – EC Should Fund Party Primaries – Asiedu Nketia

NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia says the Electoral Commission should fund political party primaries to enforce the Supreme Court ruling. He argues that if the EC is to regulate and supervise internal party elections, then the state through the EC must bear the cost.

2. Name Foreign Gold Buyers – NPP Demands

The NPP is demanding that government names the foreign gold buyers involved in recent gold transactions. Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is asking for transparency in the gold purchase and export programme.

3. Transport Fares Go Up This Week – GPRTU

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has announced an increase in transport fares this week. The new fares are expected to take effect in the coming days due to rising fuel and operational costs.

4. 3 Killed, 15 Injured In New Winneba Land Dispute

Three people have died and fifteen others, including a police officer, have been injured in a violent land dispute at New Winneba in the Central Region. The clash involved about 300 people over land litigation. Some of the injured are pictured at the hospital.

5. Adu-Boahene Trial – Atta-Akyea Exposes Gaps In State’s Case

In the ongoing trial of former Signals Bureau boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene, lawyer Atta Akyea has pointed out gaps and inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case.

The Chronicle

1. MAIN HEADLINE: GoldBod Saga: GOLD LOSS IS $1.9BN & NOT $1.7BN …Amin Adam Alleges

Summary: Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is disputing government’s figures on gold losses under the GoldBod programme. While official records cite a $1.7 billion loss, he alleges the actual loss is $1.9 billion. He is calling for full transparency and accountability in Ghana’s gold trade.

2. Mahama Ayariga Declares War On Polluters

Summary: Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has vowed to take tough action against individuals and companies polluting the environment. He says Parliament will push for stricter enforcement to protect water bodies and the environment from illegal activities.

3. NSB Case: Atta Akyea Ends 10-Week Cross-Examination Of EOCO Investigator Today

Summary: In the ongoing trial of former National Signals Bureau boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene, his lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea today ends his 10-week cross-examination of the lead EOCO investigator. The defence is seeking to expose gaps in the prosecution’s case.

The Daily Statesman

1. MAIN HEADLINE: NPP DEMANDS FULL INQUIRY INTO GH¢22BN GOLD PROGRAMME LOSS

Summary: The NPP, through former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, is demanding a full-scale independent inquiry into the massive losses recorded under government’s Gold Programme. The party says the reported GH¢22 billion loss (equivalent to $1.9BN) needs full transparency and accountability.

2. Atta Akyea exposes gaps in GH¢49.1m diversion narrative in Adu-Boahene trial

Summary: Lawyer Samuel Atta Akyea, defending former NSB boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has pointed out major inconsistencies in the state’s claim that GH¢49.1 million was diverted. He ended his 10-week cross-examination of the EOCO investigator, arguing the prosecution has no solid evidence.

3. CPS: Free SHS cannot survive in current form

Summary: The Centre for Policy Scrutiny (CPS) says the Free Senior High School policy in its current form is unsustainable and will collapse if not restructured. They are calling for targeted reforms and better financing.

4. Soldiers allege long-running plot to discredit Oppong-Peprah

Summary: Some soldiers have alleged there is a deliberate, long-running plot to discredit the Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. Gen. Oppong-Peprah. The report suggests attempts to tarnish his reputation within the military.

The Custodian

1. MAIN HEADLINE: More Queries On GH¢22bn GoldBod Trading Loss – NPP Demands Disclosure Of Gold Buyers

Summary: Fresh questions are being raised over the GH¢22 billion loss recorded under the GoldBod trading programme. The NPP, led by Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, is demanding that government publicly disclose the foreign gold buyers involved, insisting on full transparency and accountability.

2. Reality Or Fiction: Bright Simons Challenges SIGA’s SOE GH¢19.8 Billion Profit Claims

Summary: IMANI Vice President Bright Simons is questioning SIGA’s claim that State-Owned Enterprises made GH¢19.8 billion in profit. He argues the figures may be misleading and do not reflect the true financial reality of the SOEs.

3. There’s No Rift Between Agyarko & Bawumia – Campaign Team

Summary: The campaign team of Boakye Agyarko has dismissed rumours of a rift between him and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. They insist both men are united and focused on the NPP’s 2028 agenda.

4. Ayariga Calls For Improved Waste Management System

Summary: Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga is calling for a major overhaul of Ghana’s waste management system. He says poor waste handling is worsening pollution and wants stricter enforcement against polluters.

The Ghanaian Publisher

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Adu Boahene Trial: 10 Weeks Of Cross-Examination Crash GH¢49.1m Case

Summary: The defence in the Kwabena Adu Boahene trial says 10 weeks of cross-examination of the 4th prosecution witness, Frank Marshal Cromwell, has collapsed the state’s case over the alleged GH¢49.1m diversion from the National Signals Bureau. Lawyer Atta Akyea argues the prosecution has failed to prove its claims.

2. Jinapor Touts Bawumia’s Role In DGPP

Summary: Former Energy Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor is highlighting the role of former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the development of the Damongo Green Power Project (DGPP), crediting him for key initiatives.

3. GoldBod Targets $1.4bn FX Boost In Sept

Summary: GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi says the board is targeting a $1.4 billion foreign exchange boost in September through its gold trading operations, despite recent queries over GH¢22bn trading losses.

4. MV Sankofa Scandal: Awuku Demands Full Probe Into $1m Waiver

Summary: Akuapem North MP Sammi Awuku is demanding a full investigation into a controversial $1 million waiver granted in the MV Sankofa scandal, calling for accountability.

The Informer

1. MAIN HEADLINE: OSP Doesn’t Need “Adult Supervision”

Summary: Special Prosecutor William Kissi Agyebeng has pushed back against calls for the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to be placed under external supervision. His supporter, private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu, says the OSP is independent and does not need “adult supervision” as suggested by AG Dr. Dominic Ayine.

2. Give Bawumia Credit for DGPP – Jinapor Yells @ Govt

Summary: Former Energy Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor is demanding that government gives former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia credit for his role in the Damongo Green Power Project (DGPP), insisting the project’s foundation was laid under Bawumia.

3. Varsity Don Raises Alarm Over Galamsey

Summary: A university lecturer has raised fresh alarm over illegal mining (galamsey), warning that economic gains made without considering the environmental cost are meaningless, as pollution and land degradation worsen.

4. Bawumia Supports Catholic Church …With Building & Cash

Summary: Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has extended support to the Catholic Church, donating both a building project and cash to aid its activities.

5. IMANI Boss Trashes SIGA Report On SOEs …Describes It As Misleading

Summary: IMANI Africa boss Franklin Cudjoe/Bright Simons has dismissed SIGA’s report claiming State-Owned Enterprises made GH¢19.8bn profit, describing it as misleading and not reflecting the true state of SOEs.

Daily Analyst

1. MAIN HEADLINE: New Winneba Clash: 4 Dead, 15 Injured

Summary: A renewed violent clash at New Winneba has left 4 people dead and 15 injured. MP A-Plus is warning government to be proactive to prevent further clashes and escalating tensions in the area.

2. New Winneba: Afenyo-Markin demands swift police action

Summary: Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin is demanding swift action from the Ghana Police Service to restore calm and bring perpetrators to justice over the deadly New Winneba clashes.

3. NPP demands publication of foreign gold buyers, contracts and discounts

Summary: Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is leading the NPP’s demand for government to publish details of foreign gold buyers, contracts, and discounts under the GoldBod programme, over alleged GH¢22bn/$1.9bn losses.

4. Adu Boahene Trial: Atta Akyea ends cross-examination today …As prosecution’s case crumbles

Summary: In the trial of former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene, his lawyer Atta Akyea ends his cross-examination of the final prosecution witness today. The defence claims the prosecution’s GH¢49.1m case is crumbling.

5. COCOBOD settles GHe2.3bn, completes 2026 DDEP bond obligations

Summary: COCOBOD CEO Dr. Randy Abbey has announced that COCOBOD has settled GH¢2.3 billion and completed its 2026 Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bond obligations.

New Crusading Guide

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Gold Fields’ $25bn Gold, Only 10% Government Stake: TIME FOR GHANA TO TAKE BACK TARKWA MINES!

Summary: The paper is questioning Ghana’s 10% stake in the Gold Fields Tarkwa mines which holds an estimated $25 billion worth of gold reserves. It is calling for Ghana to take back greater control of the mines to maximize national benefit.

2. Adu Boahene Scores Major Courtroom Victory …Atta Akyea Ends Cross-Examination Today After Dismantling Prosecution’s Case

Summary: Former NSB boss Kwabena Adu-Boahene has scored a major victory in court as his lawyer Atta Akyea ends his cross-examination today after 10 weeks, with the defence claiming to have dismantled the prosecution’s GH¢49.1m case.

3. Free SHS At Crossroads – CPS Review Reveals It Can’t Be Sustained In Its Current Form

Summary: A review by the Centre for Policy Scrutiny (CPS) says the Free SHS policy has reached a crossroads and cannot be sustained in its current form without urgent reforms.

4. National Security Boss Tells PRINPAG Members, ‘Be Professional, We Take Your Words Seriously’

Summary: The National Security Coordinator has urged members of the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association (PRINPAG) to be professional in their work, assuring them that government takes their reports seriously.

The New Publisher

1. MAIN HEADLINE: WINNEBA UNDER ATTACK – 3 Killed, 15 In Critical Condition

Summary: Winneba has come under violent attack, leaving 3 people dead and 15 others in critical condition. The photo shows a policeman rescuing a victim. Tensions remain high in the area as security forces move to restore calm.

2. Agyarko Corrects Record, Vows Loyalty: NPP SHALL RISE AGAIN

Summary: NPP stalwart Boakye Agyarko has corrected the record on his position in the party and vowed loyalty to the NPP. He says despite recent setbacks, the NPP will rise again and is focused on rebuilding for 2028.

3. Amin Adam Demands Full Disclosure Over US$1.7bn Gold Sale Loss

Summary: Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is demanding full disclosure from government over the US$1.7bn loss recorded from the GoldBod gold sale programme. He wants details of buyers, contracts and discounts made public.

The Daily Searchlight

1. MAIN HEADLINE: BETTER EXPLANATION NEEDED IN GOLDBOD $1.7 BILLION DEBACLE – AMIN ANTA

Summary: Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam says government needs to provide a better, clearer explanation over the US$1.7 billion (GH¢22bn) loss incurred under the GoldBod gold trading programme. He is demanding transparency on buyers and contracts.

2. Deadly Clash @ New Winneba!! …As Police Contain Violent Mob Attack With Three People Dead And 15 Injured

Summary: A deadly clash at New Winneba has left three people dead and 15 injured after a violent mob attack. Police have intervened to contain the situation and restore order.

3. IMF’s GH¢22bn Gold Loss Figure Credible – Dr. Amin Adam Alleges

Summary: Dr. Amin Adam argues that the IMF’s figure of GH¢22 billion in losses from GoldBod’s operations is credible, contradicting government claims and raising more questions about the programme’s management.

4. Fire On The Mountain!! …As GHATSEA Accuses GCAA Director General of Intimidation And Calls for Presidential Intervention

Summary: The Ghana Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association (GHATSEA) has accused the Director General of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of intimidation and is calling on the President to intervene.

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