Newspaper Headlines, October 26, 2026
This is what the front pages of the papers report;
Daily Graphic
1. NDC clears first hurdle to election 2028 • Elects constituency executive
Summary: The governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) has completed its constituency executive elections across 276 constituencies. According to the story, this is the first and most decisive layer of its re-election machinery for the 2028 general elections. The report says it was a low-voltage affair with no national figures on the ballot, but describes it as more of a ritual of cohesion than a contest.
2. Govt pays GH¢4.45bn SSNIT, tier-2 pension obligations
Summary: Government has settled GH¢4.45 billion in outstanding pension arrears owed to SSNIT and Tier-2 pension schemes. Details on Page 13.
3. University of Ghana, alumni honour Dr Alex Dadey Snr
Summary: The University of Ghana and its alumni have honoured Dr Alex Dadey Snr – pictured in academic gown – for his contributions. Details on Page 13.
4. Asantehene, Ga Mantse set for 30th GJA Awards historic royal convergence
Summary: The Asantehene and the Ga Mantse are both expected to attend the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards, described as a historic royal convergence. Details on Page 16, with GJA President Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor pictured.
Ghanaian Times
1. Illegal miners dig under gas pipelines • Ghana Gas warns of threat to power supply
Summary: Ghana National Gas Company has raised alarm that illegal miners (galamsey) are excavating directly under major gas pipelines. The company warns this could rupture the lines and threaten national power supply.
2. NDC elects constituency executives ahead of 2028 polls – Page 10
Summary: The NDC has completed constituency executive elections nationwide as part of its preparations for the 2028 general elections.
3. Africa must take charge of its security – Pres Mahama – Page 10
Summary: President John Mahama has called on African nations to take ownership of the continent’s security architecture rather than relying on external powers.
4. UG honours Dr Oakey Snr with new centre – Page 10
Summary: The University of Ghana has honoured Dr Oakey Snr (also spelled Dadey in other papers) with a new centre named after him.
5. Robbery suspect collapses, dies during police operation
Summary: A robbery suspect collapsed and died while police were conducting an operation. Details inside.
Daily Guide
1. Galamsey Remarks: Minority Demands Sammy Gyamfi Resigns, GoldBod Backs CEO
Summary: The Minority in Parliament has called for the immediate resignation or dismissal of Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), over comments he allegedly made suggesting small-scale mining could be done without a licence or requisite permits in certain areas. The board of GoldBod has however thrown its support behind him. Pictured with Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong. Details on page 3.
2. UG Alumni Honour Dr. Alex Dadey Snr., Father Of KGL Boss
Summary: The University of Ghana Alumni has honoured Dr. Alex Dadey Snr., father of KGL Boss, with academic honours. He is pictured in graduation regalia. Page 6.
3. Violence Mar NDC Constituency Executive Elections
Summary: Reports of violence and disturbances in some areas as the NDC held its constituency executive elections over the weekend ahead of the 2028 polls. Page 12.
4. ‘Restrain Govt From Taking Over Northern Ashanti Mines’ – Ashie-Moore Preaches Unity In NDC
Summary: Emmanuel Nii Ashie-Moore is calling on the party to restrain government from taking over mines in Northern Ashanti, while also preaching unity within the NDC. Page 3 and Page 6.
5. ‘No Forceful Takeover of Narawa Concession’
Summary: Tarry Kumi has stated there will be no forceful takeover of the Narawa mining concession. Page report inside.
6. IMF Team Engages TOR Over Recovery Plans
Summary: A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has engaged management of Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) over its recovery and turnaround plans. Photo shows TOR management with the IMF team. Page 9.
Graphic Business
1. Digital payments growth: MoMo leads, Instant pay gains
Summary: Mobile money remains Ghana’s dominant payment channel. In August 2026 alone, MoMo transactions were worth GH¢518.8bn – 5.5x more than GhiPSS Instant Pay which is No.2 with GH¢95.1bn. By volume, MoMo handled 51x more transactions than Instant Pay. However, Instant Pay is growing faster at +61% year-on-year compared to MoMo’s +47%. Internet banking was third with GH¢41.5bn.
2. From Kantamanto to Paris • How Afreximbank is fueling Boyedoe’s rise
Summary: Feature story on Boyedoe, founded by Nana Kwadwo Duah and David Kusi Boye-Doe (pictured). The fashion brand that started at Kantamanto market in Accra is now expanding to Paris, with support from Afreximbank. Pages 8/9.
3. Banks lend 36 per cent less per Cedi deposited than in 2018
Summary: Report shows Ghanaian banks are lending significantly less relative to deposits than they did in 2018 – a 36% drop in loan-to-deposit ratio, indicating tighter credit to the private sector. Page 13.
Graphic Sports
1. GBA elections in limbo over court case, funding
Summary: Ghana boxing’s return to elected leadership has hit another setback. The Ghana Boxing Interim Management Committee (GBIMC) led by Samir Captan says it needs government funding to complete elections tentatively set for Oct 30, but Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams insists no additional funds will be given and that nomination fees should fund it. The process is also facing a High Court challenge over the interim committee staying beyond its mandate.
2. Black Maidens target Argentina upset — Back page
Summary: Ghana’s U-17 women’s team, the Black Maidens, captained by Saidatu Wahab (pictured in No.10 jersey), are aiming for an upset against Argentina in their upcoming match.
3. De Zerbi praises Kudus impact — Page 7
Summary: Coach Roberto De Zerbi has praised Ghanaian star Mohammed Kudus for his impact at Tottenham. Kudus is pictured in action in Spurs kit.
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